Charlotte Douglas Airport
General information
Charlotte Douglas Airport is an international airport in Charlotte, the largest city in North Carolina and the 15th biggest city in the United States. The airport is named after Ben Elbert Douglas Sr., the mayor of Charlotte from 1935 to 1941. North Carolina in the east of the United States has two international airports, Charlotte Douglas Airport (50.2 million passengers in 2019) and Raleigh-Durham Airport (14.2 million passengers in 2019). Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina. Charlotte Douglas Airport is known as the airport of the rocking chairs that you will find everywhere and you can use to relax. Charlotte Douglas Airport is an important base for American Airlines. Carolinas Aviation Museum is located within the airport grounds, a 7-minute drive from the terminal.
Location
Where is Charlotte Douglas Airport situated?
Charlotte Douglas Airport is located west of the city of Charlotte close to Interstate 485 (I-485), Charlotte’s ring road. Due to the proximity of this highway, the airport is easily accessible by car.
How many terminals does Charlotte Douglas Airport have?
The airport has a very large terminal and four runways. The terminal of Charlotte Douglas has five concourses, which are from west to east Concourse A, Concourse B, Concourse C, Concourse D and Concourse E. The concourses and boarding gates of the airport are connected by moving walkways. Charlotte Douglas Airport’s Main Terminal has three floors, namely Level 1 Arrivals / Baggage Claim, Level 2 Departures / Check-In / Atrium and Level 3 Mezzanine.
Airport Map
Transportation
Car
The distance from Charlotte Douglas Airport to the centre of Charlotte is 12 kilometres. By car, it takes 20 minutes to get to the centre of Charlotte.
From CLT Airport to Charlotte City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Charlotte Douglas Airport by public transport. Visit the Charlotte Douglas Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Charlotte Douglas Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Charlotte is about $ 25.-. Book your taxi at Charlotte Douglas Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From CLT Airport to Charlotte City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Charlotte Douglas Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Avis, Budget, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Enterprise, Hertz, National (Enterprise Holdings) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Charlotte Douglas Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Charlotte Douglas Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Charlotte Douglas Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Charlotte Douglas Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Charlotte Douglas Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- American Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- United Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- Lufthansa
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Hotels in Charlotte
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Charlotte Douglas Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Charlotte: 90-Minute Electric Cart City Sightseeing Tour
Hop on board an electric cart and discover the vibrant city of Charlotte on this fun and educational 1.5-hour sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, explore the city and learn about its history, character, local life, and architecture.
Reviews
Have you visited Charlotte Douglas Airport lately? So far, 1 airport passenger has written an airport review about Charlotte Douglas Airport and gave a score of 5 out of 5. Provide other airport travellers with essential airport information and tell us about your airport experience.
Latest airport review
I had a layover in CLT on Sept. 4th. I was really impressed by Ekisha (AKA E) who was working in the women’s bathroom right next to gates C12-19. She has a fantastic attitude and greeting that made me smile and feel cared for in the restroom. She was super attentive to clean the stalls, and she anticipated all guests needs making sure they knew where empty stalls were and the soap since it wasn’t obvious. She should be a greeter in greater parts of the airport! I know lots of stressed busy people might take a deep breath and relax a little after meeting her.