Charlotte to Salt Lake City Flights

  About Charlotte

Charlotte is known to be the most populated city in the state of North Carolina. The city is the most recognised economic, cultural and transportation hub of the state. It is also one of the fastest-growing metropolitan cities in the country. Charlotte witnesses a great crowd during peak seasons as it has a favourable climate and boasts impeccable tourist attractions.

Best time to visit Charlotte

Charlotte's weather from March through May and September through November is practically perfect for a visit. The biggest perk of these months is that Charlotte's hotel prices drop tremendously, making it easier on the pockets. Spring is ideal as it invites warm temperatures and sets a base to the summer that is about to take over eventually. Despite being cold during spring, the transition of the weather is beautiful and definitely worth experiencing. April is considered the best by other tourists too, making travelling and hotels a little expensive. Only slightly though. The city welcomes amazing festivals such as Tuck Fest, Wells Fargo Championship, Charlotte Craft Beer Week, St Patrick's Day Parade, Charlotte Wine and Foods Weekend and Kings Drive Art Walk. These are some attractions that do get many tourists to flock over to Charlotte. This is followed by the summer, which is the peak season. The city is hot and quite expensive during summers, which could reflect badly on your pockets. Not to mention how it is jam packed with far too many tourists who come over from different parts of the world.

September to November in Charlotte is another ideal season. The summer crowd start to depart as the autumn season takes over the city. The best part is the hotel prices in Charlotte also drop during autumn as the tourist crowd disappears. The fall foliage at Charlotte is a visual spectacle that shouldn't be missed. The city's events calendar continues to celebrate many more festivals as more events are hosted during autumn. Activities such as Festival in the Park, Great Grapes! Wine, Arts & Food Festival, The Great Pumpkin Fest and Yiasou Greek Festival are some of the highlights. Overall, there are far too many beautiful sights to soak in when visiting Charlotte. You can make your hotel bookings in Charlotte done prior to the visit. In fact, if you do it months in advance, even if it is offseason, you will be in for some lovely online deals. From flights to hotels in Charlotte, you will manage to find some compelling online deals that will reduce the cost and leave you with more money, which you can splurge on food and other fun activities in the city.

Places to visit in Charlotte

The Queen City is recognised to be a big deal among petrolheads who are passionate about racing. The city also has some prestigious museums and food establishments to keep people engaged. You can start your trip with Discovery Place. It is a science museum which is great for individuals who are interested in science and concepts like physics and more. Mint Museum Uptown is an abode to some varied European and American art. The exhibits are contemporary and look really interesting. Billy Graham Library is one such place where America's Pastor, Billy Graham, grew up. It has been converted into a Christian book store and also a mini library with exhibits of Graham's life. You also have Levine Museum of the New South, which focuses on post-Civil War history. Of course, it would be a shame to not visit the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The museum has exhibits of plaques dedicated to drivers who have made an impact on the race track. While you're at the NASCAR museum, you can also check out the Charlotte Moto Speedway, probably even catch a race show in action.

Things to do in Charlotte

You can head straight to US National Whitewater Centre to engage in some fun kayaking and whitewater rafting. The place has the Catawba river flowing through Charlotte where often adventure junkies head to for some activities. You can also take up paddleboarding as one of the activities. Carowinds is another compelling space which is an amusement park with fun and engaging rides. Aside from this, you can always make the most of the city by going on a food and wine tour. The city's food and wine culture are quite thriving and interesting. Plus, it is also an excellent way to meet up with new people and interact with them. You can also participate in brewery crawls to check out some of the fascinating breweries around Charlotte.

Food and Restaurants in Charlotte

Charlotte's food culture is a beautiful melange of modern with Southern as its main attractions. Farm-to-fork menus are popular as they resonate the most with the traditional background of the city. But Charlotte also has a plethora of food establishments that rave international cuisine. To experience the city's best Southern taste and fried chicken, you should visit Price's Chicken Coop. Although the ambience and services might not be the best at Price's, the fried chicken certainly make up for what they lack otherwise. You should make sure to carry cash instead of a card payment at Price's because they're still primitive when it comes to the exchange of money. Plus, you will also have to wait in a long line as the restaurant's fame comes with a price, that of excess customers. Another cheap and tasty restaurant to check out is Midnight Diner. You can expand your menu from fried chicken to some Carolina-styled barbequed meat. Check out Midwood Smokehouse, Mac's Speed Shop and Queen City Q to get a whiff of the smokey barbequed meat and even a bite of the same.

The city also raves fine dining and steakhouses, which is perfect for business travellers who wish to take their clients to a place with lip-smacking food. Upscale food establishments can be found in the Uptown area of Charlotte. As long as you're ready to splurge a good amount, you can visit Halcyon Flavours From The Earth. You can also get away from the city and head to places such as Good Food On Montford, Fig Tree and Stagioni, for an intimate yet delicious setting and food. Soul Gastrolounge is one such establishment that you simply cannot miss. The place offers an array of beautiful dishes and is perpetually busy, which only means it's as good as people say. Queen City Charlotte also has a thriving crafted beer scene that you should indulge in along with some lovely appetisers. There are many breweries such as NoDa Brewing Company, Birdsong Brewing Company and Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, to try some of their crafted beer and food. You will not be disappointed by the beautiful flavours and tastes that you will get to experience in the city.

How to reach Charlotte

Flight connectivity to Charlotte from India is decent. Located in North Carolina, the city does see a decent number of travellers flocking over from India. However, travelling to Charlotte comes with some challenges, mainly to do with flight layovers and connectivity. While the airport is perfectly with other cities in the US, for an international traveller, they will have to change flights from domestic cities in the US. Domestic routes to Charlotte from Boston and New York City are quite ideal. Airlines such as Qatar Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Delta Air Lines, Air Canada, United Airlines, American Airlines, Swiss, United Airlines, have regular flights flying to Charlotte from across the globe. There is one United Airlines flight from Delhi that has only one stop at Newark before heading to Charlotte. The best thing about this flight is how it will take only 20 hours 53 minutes to reach the city. Air Canada's flight to Charlotte from Delhi also has only one stop at Toronto, and the journey can be covered in 21 hours and 4 minutes. Rest all the airlines have two stops and layovers in various other international cities.

Depending on the international routes chosen by airlines to reach Charlotte, the layovers and flight connectivity take place. Some countries require a visa. Hence, make sure to first check all the stops where the flight will by halting for layovers. Depending on the travel policies of the cities or countries, you will accordingly have to issue for a transit visa. You can do this by submitting an online application or get in touch with the embassy to do the same. Flight tickets to Buffalo is actually quite expensive. Irrespective of the flight duration, the airlines or even the connectivity, the ticket prices of Buffalo are quite steep. You will have to mentally prepare yourself and your bank balance that there will be some spending done. You can opt to book flight tickets to Buffalo well in advance. You might even receive some great deals online for flights and hotels in Buffalo. Booking hotels in Buffalo shouldn't be a problem as there is a range of cheap to expensive accommodations available in the city. As long as everything is done before time, you will have nothing to worry about.

  About Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City is a popular city in Utah, and while it is a place of faith, you will also come across a lot of stories of monsters and giants in the Great Salt Lake. In the 19th century, a lot of people believed that giants and monsters occupied the Great Salt Lake. However, presently it is an excellent place and also turning into a thriving cultural hub. It is a great place to head to if you want to indulge in hiking and skiing. A lot of tourists also use this opportunity to learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Tourists also spend time visiting religious sites and temples in the city. However, it is not a place for religious tourists alone. You can also visit the city for magnificent views and mountain ranges. You can hike to the Wasatch and Oquirrh mountain ranges or even go skiing here. It offers a breathtaking view of the city's skyline, and you will be in awe of the spectacular view of the Great Salt Lake. It is not exactly a place with a happening, vibrant nightlife, but if you are looking for a relaxing vacation with only a few things to do, this is the perfect place for you.

Best Time to Visit Salt Lake City

No matter what season you visit Salt Lake City in, you will find something to do all the time. However, winter is the peak season for tourists who want to go skiing. Summer is also a great time if you want to give hiking and lake activities a try. November to March is the winter season in Salt Lake City, and it is the perfect time for you to indulge in outdoor activities. The temperature ranges from -6 to 11 degree Celsius. You might want to book your hotel in Salt Lake City well in advance to avoid a surge in prices. The good thing is that a lot of hotels offer discounts and lift tickets, too. Make sure you also book your flight tickets to Salt Lake City in advance. There are quite a lot of events that you can attend, like the Christkindlmarkt in November and December that offer a unique Christmas shopping experience. German Christmas markets inspire it, and you will enjoy the food here during this time. You can also attend the Festival of Trees, Last Hurrah SLC and the Sundance Film Festival.

Salt Lake City experiences the spring season in April and May. The temperature ranges from - 4 to 21 degree Celsius. While it does snow at the beginning of spring, the snowcaps begin to melt by the end of spring, so the city is ready to welcome summer. You might want to pack your warm clothes and some waterproof shoes, too, since the snow begins to melt. While it doesn't entirely put a damper on your plans to try outdoor activities, the precipitation levels do increase during this time. You will find great deals on hotels if you don't have a problem with a little sogginess. You can attend events like Salt Lake City Marathon, Living Traditions Festival and Great Salt Lake Bird Festival.

June to August is summer in Salt Lake City, and it is the best time to give the hiking trails in the city a chance. The temperature ranges from 13 to 32 degree Celsius. It can get pretty hot in summer, so you might want to pack some extra sunblock and ensure that you are well-hydrated. You can also visit the Wasatch National Forest, which is a relief from the otherwise warm summer. This is not the most popular season to visit Salt Lake City, but you can attend events like Utah Pride, Utah Arts Festival and Days of '47. You will get a great deal on hotels and might even get cheap flight tickets to Salt Lake City since it is a low tourist season in the city.

September and October is also an ideal time to visit Salt Lake City. While the autumn season does not attract a lot of tourists, the hotel rates are quite low. The temperature ranges from - 5 to 25 degree Celsius with the city experiencing snowfall towards the end of the autumn season. If you are not fond of holidaying at crowded places, you can head to Salt Lake City during spring or autumn. You can attend events like Utah State Fair, Salt Lake City Jazz Festival and Utah Humanities Book Festival.

Places to Visit in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City has some beautiful tourist spots that are a sight for sore eyes. It is a popular spot for a lot of nature lovers, honeymooners and families. Solitude Nordic Center is the place to go to if you want to see snow in other seasons except winter. You might have to pay a certain entry fee to enter the centre, but it is worth every penny spent. There are quite a few recreational activities at the centre that you can try. Not to mention, there aren't a lot of tourists visiting the place which makes it perfect for you to enjoy it by yourself. Willow Heights is a palace in Salt Lake City that offers you a scenic view of the meadows, swamps, hills, lakes and pine trees. You will also find a lot of horses, dogs, bison and birds here. This is also one of the best places to sit and meditate or take loads of pictures. You can also visit the Millcreek Canyon, and it is the perfect place to go hiking, though it is not advisable to head to this place during winters when it snows. If you want to spend some peaceful time with your family or friends, you can head to Liberty Park.

The Salt Lake Temple is a religious site for everyone who follows The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The church is about 126-years old and still good as new. You will learn a lot about the inception of the church and its religious significance. You can also visit the Natural History Museum of Utah to see dinosaur exhibits and special exhibitions. Utah Olympic Park is about 28 miles from the city. It has been transformed into a park and sport-training centre. You can also zip line here or head to the ski museum. The Olympus Hills is the place you can head to if you want to indulge in a lot of shopping and recreational activities in the park. Hogle Zoo is one of the best places to go to with your family. You will find about 800 animals of 24 species in the zoo. If you plan on making your ski trips adventurous, you can head to the Powder Mountain. It is about 55 miles away from the city.

Things to do in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City is one of the best places to head to if you want to treat the adventurous side of you. Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort is a popular place to head to if you want to go skiing. During summer, you can go hiking, fishing, biking or ziplining, too, at the resort. You can also head to Park City for skiing and hiking. A lot of festivals are also hosted at the park. You can sign up for a sightseeing tour of the city or explore it on your own. You can also visit the Bryce Canyon National Park and Utah's Mountains if you love mountains. The city also has a lot of museums that you can visit. The Great Salt Lake and Salt Lake Temple are also tourist spots worth visiting while you are here. You can also go on a food tour in the city.

Foods and Restaurants in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City has a very diverse food culture, and you will find an eclectic mix of cuisines here. You will find a lot of Mexican and Italian cuisines here. Red Iguana serves traditional Mexican food and has been doing so since 1985. Crown Burgers is another popular place for burgers and has been in the business since 1978. If you want to have American cuisine, you can head to HSL. If you are craving sushi, you can head over to Takashi. You can also try other Japanese cuisines or Asian food while you are there. You will get delicious Indian food at Bombay House.

How to reach Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City International Airport is about 6 km away from Downtown Salt Lake City. The flight connectivity to Salt Lake City from India is quite good. Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, Lufthansa and American Airlines have frequent flights to Salt Lake City with layovers at Singapore, Denver, Newark, San Francisco, Frankfurt, Dallas and London. If you book your tickets in advance, there are chances you might get cheap flight tickets to Salt Lake City. It might be a long journey, so brace yourself. It might take 25 to 40 hours until you reach the city. It is also pretty easy to get a taxi or car rental service from the airport.