Cheap Flights from Charlotte to New York Starting at $32

The route Charlotte — New York is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including American Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $32) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) is the region’s main international and connecting hub, typically handling a mix of full-service carriers and large domestic network operators, with some low-cost flights as well. It sits roughly 7–10 miles west of downtown Charlotte, with travel times around 15–25 minutes by car depending on traffic. Ground options usually include taxi or rideshare, costing in the ballpark of $15–35, and a range of shuttle and hotel transfer services; limited public bus links can take longer. Pros: compact terminal layout and plenty of flight choices for connections. Cons: can be busy at peak times and surface transport fares vary with demand.

John F. Kennedy International (JFK) serves as New York City's principal international gateway and a major transatlantic and transpacific hub, with many full-service carriers and several global alliances operating extensive long-haul schedules. Flights can be pricier than nearby alternatives but offer wide connectivity. JFK sits about 15 miles (roughly 30–60 minutes by road) from Midtown Manhattan; the AirTrain links to NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road with total fares usually in the combined $8–15 range, while taxis and ride-shares can take 45–75 minutes and cost notably more. Pros: broad international routes and frequent long-haul services. Cons: can be busy, with variable terminal transfers and occasional delays. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is primarily a domestic and short-haul gateway for the New York metro, favored by many legacy and low-cost carriers for frequent northeastern and domestic connections. It is generally perceived as more budget-friendly for short hops but has fewer international options. Located about 8 miles from Midtown Manhattan, typical travel times are 20–40 minutes by car depending on traffic; public buses and airport shuttles connect to subway stations with fares usually under $5, while taxis and ride-shares can vary. Pros: proximity to Manhattan and quick domestic connections. Cons: terminals were historically compact and congested, though renovations have improved passenger comfort. Newark Liberty International (EWR) operates as another major international and transcontinental hub for the New York region, heavily used by several full-service carriers and some low-cost operators, often featuring competitive fares on many routes. It lies in New Jersey roughly 15–20 miles from Midtown Manhattan; the AirTrain connects to NJ Transit trains to Penn Station with combined fares commonly in the $10–15 range and travel times of about 30–50 minutes, while taxis and ride-shares often take 40–70 minutes depending on traffic. Pros: strong mix of domestic and international services and frequent scheduling. Cons: located across the Hudson, which can add time and complexity to transfers into Manhattan.

In different months, ticket prices from Charlotte to New York vary: minimum — $33 (November 2025), maximum — $243 (August 2026). Typically, the flight costs $135–$348.