DCA (Washington) to CLT (Charlotte) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 77%. The average delay is 99 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.DCA → CLT
DCA (Washington) to CLT (Charlotte)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — American Airlines leads slightly at 77% vs PSA Airlines at 74%.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 77% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 74%.
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Good to know
Departing from DCA
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~25 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 2.6% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at CLT
80% on timeWhen flights into CLT are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLT: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.