Cheap flights from Charlotte to San Francisco (CLT - SFO) from $87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CLT — SFO
Jun 11 — Jun 181

The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$268

One-way from

$163
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 9% potential price drop
From Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco
One-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco?

To save on the cost of your flight from Charlotte to San Francisco, book at least 27 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 11% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $318 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $634.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco?

February can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from Charlotte with a flight ticket averaging about $523. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $170. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CLT to SFO?

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlotte to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Charlotte to San Francisco flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Charlotte to San Francisco specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Charlotte to San Francisco in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$196
Thu 7/118:50 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Sun 7/1412:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$209
Fri 7/128:51 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Sun 7/2112:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$217
Sat 7/139:10 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Sun 7/2112:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$218
Thu 6/278:54 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 25mFrontier
Mon 7/812:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$219
Thu 7/118:50 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Sun 7/2112:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$220
Sat 7/279:10 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Mon 8/512:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$241
Wed 7/38:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Sun 7/1412:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$244
Sat 6/159:14 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$245

Charlotte to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Charlotte and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Charlotte to San Francisco in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 8/217:32 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Tue 8/2712:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$173
Fri 9/68:52 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 21mFrontier
Wed 9/117:42 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop12h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$180
Fri 9/278:52 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 21mFrontier
Mon 9/3012:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$188
Thu 8/88:50 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Sun 8/1112:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$189
Mon 8/198:52 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Sun 8/2512:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop15h 54mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$190
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$196
Fri 8/98:51 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Sat 8/1712:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$200
Thu 8/1512:35 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Sun 8/1812:51 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/5$206
Thu 8/18:50 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop30h 09mFrontier
Mon 8/512:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$208

Charlotte to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Charlotte to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$196
Sat 6/159:14 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$245
Sun 6/168:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 35mFrontier
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$255
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Sun 6/2312:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$269
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Fri 6/2112:59 amSFO - CLT
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$274
Tue 6/188:54 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop30h 15mFrontier
Sun 6/237:50 amSFO - CLT
1 stop23h 55mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$312
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Mon 6/247:37 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop11h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$319
Sun 6/168:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 35mFrontier
Fri 6/217:32 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop12h 13mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$338
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:59 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$343

One-way flights to San Francisco from Charlotte

Search for one-way flight options from Charlotte to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Charlotte to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Charlotte to San Francisco instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 9/47:32 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$87
Wed 8/217:32 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$95
Mon 8/198:52 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$96
Tue 9/37:12 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop16h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$100
Sat 8/179:08 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$101
Wed 8/145:23 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/5$103
Fri 8/98:51 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$105
Wed 6/198:44 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$116
Fri 7/128:51 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$120

Find flights from Charlotte to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 8/21

1 stop7h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 8/27

1 stop14h 34m

$173

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 8/19

1 stop30h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

1 stop19h 30m

$177

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 8/19

1 stop30h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

1 stop15h 54m

$179

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/15

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

1 stop6h 48m

$206

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/30

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 9/3

1 stop8h 55m

$216

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 9/6

Nonstop5h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 9/11

Nonstop5h 01m

$229

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/8

1 stop14h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 8/11

1 stop15h 06m

$267

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 10/31

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 11/16

1 stop7h 36m

$293

Charlotte DouglasSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 7/15

1 stop12h 26m

San Francisco

Thu 7/25

1 stop8h 32m

$360

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco

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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, United Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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10,347 reviews

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8.0

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8.0

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7.4

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8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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10,347 reviews
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10,347 reviews

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8.0

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7.4

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8.6

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8.2

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7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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Good
4,308 reviews
8.0
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10,347 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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Good
10,696 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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14,227 reviews
8.0
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10,347 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.2
Good
590 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Booking a flight from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Douglas to San Francisco, all of which are around 5h 25m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from Douglas to San Francisco.

  • Can I find flights from Charlotte to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Charlotte to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $173, but on average you can expect to pay $205.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Charlotte to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Charlotte to San Francisco under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Charlotte to San Francisco is less than $378.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Charlotte to San Francisco for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Charlotte to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Tuesday.

  • How popular is this Charlotte to San Francisco flight route?

  • How many flights depart from Charlotte to San Francisco on average per day?

    Per day, 1 flight departs from Charlotte to San Francisco on average.
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Charlotte to San Francisco in just under 5h 31m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 35m. The distance between Charlotte and San Francisco is about 2304 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Charlotte to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($173), Delta ($206), and American Airlines ($229) offers the cheapest pricing from Charlotte to San Francisco. Frontier is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $87. Users have also found prices from $103 and $128 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Charlotte to San Francisco on time: American Airlines (54%), Qantas Airways (35%), China Southern (30%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to San Francisco is $93. On average you can expect to pay $924. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $196.

  • What does CLT to SFO mean?

    CLT and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CLT to SFO refers to a flight route from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Charlotte to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Charlotte to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Charlotte to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Charlotte to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Charlotte to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Charlotte to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Charlotte to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Charlotte to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Charlotte to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Charlotte to San Francisco?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Charlotte to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Charlotte to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$262Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$358Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$360Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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Hourly flight availability from Charlotte to San Francisco

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37%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
6%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to San Francisco

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