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Route · CLT → MEM · 2020–2025 BTS data

Charlotte to Memphis

The CLT–MEM corridor (Charlotte, NC → Memphis, TN) runs ahead of the national average, served by 14 carriers across roughly 511 miles.

Data updated 2026-06-13

79.1%
On-time
+0.1 pts
vs US avg
72 min
Delay when late
11,046
Flights

Cancelled

1.3%

Best Month

Sep 2025 88%

Worst Month

Jul 2024 52%

Distance

511 mi

Carriers

14

Monthly Performance

Recent 24 months of route data.

Period Flights Delayed Cancelled Diverted Carriers
Dec 2025 146 36 0 0 OH,AA
Nov 2025 153 29 0 1 OH,AA
Oct 2025 151 27 0 0 AA,OH
Sep 2025 128 15 0 0 OH,AA
Aug 2025 157 42 2 1 AA,OH
Jul 2025 147 44 3 1 AA,OH
Jun 2025 154 59 4 0 AA,OH
May 2025 182 49 4 0 AA,OH
Apr 2025 144 35 3 2 OH,AA
Mar 2025 155 31 4 0 AA,OH
Feb 2025 135 34 6 0 AA,OH
Jan 2025 152 34 6 0 AA,OH
Dec 2024 172 38 0 0 AA,OH
Nov 2024 149 21 0 0 OH,AA
Oct 2024 169 29 0 0 AA,OH
Sep 2024 156 38 1 0 OH,AA
Aug 2024 179 60 2 0 AA,OH
Jul 2024 183 88 6 0 AA,OH
Jun 2024 179 43 2 0 AA,OH
May 2024 181 74 3 0 AA,OH
Apr 2024 145 42 0 0 AA
Mar 2024 155 44 0 0 AA
Feb 2024 143 25 0 1 AA
Jan 2024 148 51 3 0 AA

Cancellation Rate

1.3%

49 of 3,763 flights

Diversion Rate

0.2%

6 of 3,763 flights

What the Data Says About CLT to MEM

11,046 tracked flights put the CLT to MEM pairing (Charlotte to Memphis) at a 79.1% on-time rate, squarely in line with the wider network. Delays that do occur run 72.4 minutes on average. Across the 511-mile route and its 14 carriers, the trailing 24 months show 1.3% cancelled and 0.2% diverted (3,763 flights sampled).

The monthly split is wide on this route: Sep 2025 posted the strongest performance at 88% on-time, while Jul 2024 came in at just 52% - a 36-point swing worth factoring into travel timing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are flights delayed from CLT to MEM?
Flights from Charlotte to Memphis have a 79.1% on-time rate based on 11,046 flights. The average delay is 72.4 minutes. The best recent month was Sep 2025 with 88% on-time.
What is the cancellation rate for CLT to MEM?
Over the last 24 months, 1.3% of flights on this route were cancelled (49 of 3,763 flights) and 0.2% were diverted.
How far is the flight from CLT to MEM?
The flight distance from Charlotte (CLT) to Memphis (MEM) is approximately 511 miles. This route is served by 14 carriers.
When is the best time to fly from CLT to MEM?
The best recent month for on-time performance was Sep 2025 (88% on-time). The worst was Jul 2024 (52% on-time). Consider booking during months with historically better performance.

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Data source

Data Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), On-Time Performance Data. Statistics reflect cumulative performance across all available reporting periods.

Data sourced from U.S. Department of Transportation Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) On-Time Performance data. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainFlights Editorial

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