$167 Cheap flight deals from Charlotte (CLT) to Springfield (SGF)

What You Should Know about Flights from Charlotte Airport

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a busy hub in the southeast that offers many regional and international flights from Charlotte. More than 39 million people passed through this airport in 2011 alone. The five concourses are home to 13 airlines, from popular domestic carriers such as American Airlines and JetBlue Airways to foreign carriers like Air Canada Jazz and Lufthansa German Airlines. Located six miles west of downtown Charlotte on the Josh Birmingham Parkway, this airport offers many air ticket deals through Orbitz.com.

Airport Parking Options

Charlotte International Airport offers over 25,000 parking spaces. The long-term parking lot is the best value at $4 per day. The costliest option is valet parking at $19 per day. Several shuttles are available to get you to and from the lot if you choose the economical option.

Solving the Airport Transportation Problem

If you choose to leave your car at home, there are several options for transportation to and from the airport. Charlotte has bus, train and taxi services; the cheapest options are the bus and train. You can ride either for $1.75 per ride, and they operate 20 hours a day. Express bus fare will cost you $2.40. A taxi is the most direct route and costs about $20 per trip within six miles of the airport. With the money you save by buying your air tickets on Orbitz.com, you can afford the extra cost of a taxi.

Finding a Good Meal at the Airport

Like any other airport, Charlotte International offers a wide variety of fast food options. From Burger King to Panda Express, there are plenty of the choices available. For a good sit-down breakfast before your flight, stop at Bojangles' Famous Chicken and Biscuits. The restaurant is located inside the airport and offers home-style meals for passengers boarding flights from Charlotte. Book you flight on Orbitz.com to save enough time to savor the meal before take-off.

Flying Into Springfield-Branson National Airport

Served by American Airlines, Allegiant, Delta and United, it's easy for travelers to find bargain flights to Springfield using Orbitz.com. Located just five miles from Springfield's city center at 2300 N Airport Bvld. in Springfield, it's a quick drive to the art and culture the city is famous for.

Transportation to and From Springfield

Using Orbitz.com, you can arrange for affordable ground transportation before your trip. Land and head directly to one of the car rental hubs for Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Dollar, Hertz, National/Alamo or Thrifty. If you don't plan on driving, select Springfield hotels offer free shuttles to and from the airport, though this service is typically not available for Branson hotels. Cab, van and car services are also available for hire.

Weather in Springfield

The reviews at Orbitz.com can give you a good idea of how weather impacts certain attractions. Temperatures range from the 20s in January to the 90s in July and August. Overall, the temperatures are moderate with regular rain in spring and fall, and snow in winter.

Springfield Tourist Spots

Take a boat ride through Fantastic Caverns, stroll through the Mizumoto Japanese Gardens or feed the giraffes at Dickerson Park Zoo. Visit the 1984 Arcade or Discovery Center with the kids, head out for a day for adults at the Pythian Castle for ghostly tours and murder mystery shows or stop at Mother's Brewing Company to sample some of the area's local beer. Orbitz.com can help you find great prices on local attractions while you're buying tickets for flights to Springfield or after you get there.