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Charlotte Airport information
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
When it comes to traveling in style and comfort, Charlotte Douglas International Airport is undeniably fly. Ranked as one of the 10 busiest airports in the nation and the world in terms of arrivals and departures, the dynamic hub offers nonstop service to popular domestic and international destinations. It has been recognized as the most cost-effective and the second-most efficient airport in North America.
Bonus: In 2018, Charlotte Douglas International Airport ranked second among the nation's business travelers, according to TravelBank.
For good reason, Charlotte Douglas has been named one of USA Today's best airports for stranded travelers. Wasting time awaiting your departure? Fill your tank with a real taste of the city's Southern roots. From delicious burgers and barbecue to craft beer, indulge at the variety of local culinary options in the terminals.
Need a quick gift or wardrobe fix? Shops carrying everything from designer labels to casualwear abound.
Weary from travel? Relax in one of the airport's famed rocking chairs - a nod to one of 20-plus rotating or permanent exhibits in Charlotte Douglas' Just Plane Art program - or enjoy a massage at the spa.
Domestic and Foreign Flag Airlines include:
Air Canada
American Airlines
American Eagle and American Connection
Contour Airlines
Delta Airlines
Frontier Airlines
JetBlue Airways
Lufthansa
Southwest Airlines
Swift Air
United Airlines
Via Aerobus
Volaris Airlines
When it comes to traveling in style and comfort, Charlotte Douglas International Airport is undeniably fly. Ranked as one of the 10 busiest airports in the nation and the world in terms of arrivals and departures, the dynamic hub offers nonstop service to popular domestic and international destinations. It has been recognized as the most cost-effective and the second-most efficient airport in North America.
Bonus: In 2018, Charlotte Douglas International Airport ranked second among the nation's business travelers, according to TravelBank.
For good reason, Charlotte Douglas has been named one of USA Today's best airports for stranded travelers. Wasting time awaiting your departure? Fill your tank with a real taste of the city's Southern roots. From delicious burgers and barbecue to craft beer, indulge at the variety of local culinary options in the terminals.
Need a quick gift or wardrobe fix? Shops carrying everything from designer labels to casualwear abound.
Weary from travel? Relax in one of the airport's famed rocking chairs - a nod to one of 20-plus rotating or permanent exhibits in Charlotte Douglas' Just Plane Art program - or enjoy a massage at the spa.
Domestic and Foreign Flag Airlines include:
Air Canada
American Airlines
American Eagle and American Connection
Contour Airlines
Delta Airlines
Frontier Airlines
JetBlue Airways
Lufthansa
Southwest Airlines
Swift Air
United Airlines
Via Aerobus
Volaris Airlines
Charlotte Public information
Amtrak:
Three routes serve the Queen City daily: The Piedmont connects Charlotte and Raleigh; the Carolinian runs to New York; and the Crescent travels from New York to New Orleans.
Greyhound:
Daily service to and from Charlotte is available, with connections to Raleigh, Atlanta, Richmond, and more.
Interstates 77, 85 and 40:
Interstates 77 and 85 link Charlotte to hubs across the Northeast, Southwest, and Midwest. Interstate 40 offers a coast-to-coast link and is less than an hour north of the city.
Sprinter Bus:
This hybrid-electric bus is an easy and affordable way to get from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Center City, with stops in central locations.
LYNX Blue Line Light Rail:
North Carolina's first rapid-rail system connects South Charlotte to UNC Charlotte, running along 26 stations.
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Bus Service:
With more than 70 routes across the city and county, CATS buses serve millions of passengers each year.
Gold Rush Red Line:
These free rubber-wheel trolley cars, reminiscent of historic streetcars, connect passengers to Center City and the LYNX Blue Line.
CityLYNX Gold Line:
This free streetcar system connects neighborhoods to businesses and educational facilities, including Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Central Piedmont Community College, and the Charlotte Transportation Center, through six stations. Amenities include covered and lighted seating, public art, and travel information.
Charlotte B-Cycle:
With stations throughout Uptown and surrounding neighborhoods and hundreds of blue bikes, this is one of the largest urban bike sharing programs in the Southeast. Dockless bike and scooter companies, such as Lime and Bird, have also made a presence in the Queen City over the past few years.
Taxis:
At Charlotte Douglas Airport, taxi service is located at the baggage claim level. Passengers may arrange transportation with any taxi service provider, but there are three taxi companies available through the airport's taxi queue: City Cab, Crown Cab, and Yellow Cab of Charlotte.
Car Rentals:
Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty rental cars are available at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Thrifty is located offsite and provides shuttle service between its company location near CLT and the terminal. All other rental car companies listed are located in the Consolidated Rental Car Facility in the Level 2 lobby of the Hourly Parking Deck in front of the terminal.
Limo/Car Service:
If you need a limo or town car while in town, Charlotte is home to several companies that provide top-notch service, including American Chauffeured Transportation, Rose Chauffeured Transportation, CLT Express, SilverFox Chauffeured Transportation, Peak Limousine, and Sterling Chauffeured Transportation.
Three routes serve the Queen City daily: The Piedmont connects Charlotte and Raleigh; the Carolinian runs to New York; and the Crescent travels from New York to New Orleans.
Greyhound:
Daily service to and from Charlotte is available, with connections to Raleigh, Atlanta, Richmond, and more.
Interstates 77, 85 and 40:
Interstates 77 and 85 link Charlotte to hubs across the Northeast, Southwest, and Midwest. Interstate 40 offers a coast-to-coast link and is less than an hour north of the city.
Sprinter Bus:
This hybrid-electric bus is an easy and affordable way to get from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Center City, with stops in central locations.
LYNX Blue Line Light Rail:
North Carolina's first rapid-rail system connects South Charlotte to UNC Charlotte, running along 26 stations.
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Bus Service:
With more than 70 routes across the city and county, CATS buses serve millions of passengers each year.
Gold Rush Red Line:
These free rubber-wheel trolley cars, reminiscent of historic streetcars, connect passengers to Center City and the LYNX Blue Line.
CityLYNX Gold Line:
This free streetcar system connects neighborhoods to businesses and educational facilities, including Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Central Piedmont Community College, and the Charlotte Transportation Center, through six stations. Amenities include covered and lighted seating, public art, and travel information.
Charlotte B-Cycle:
With stations throughout Uptown and surrounding neighborhoods and hundreds of blue bikes, this is one of the largest urban bike sharing programs in the Southeast. Dockless bike and scooter companies, such as Lime and Bird, have also made a presence in the Queen City over the past few years.
Taxis:
At Charlotte Douglas Airport, taxi service is located at the baggage claim level. Passengers may arrange transportation with any taxi service provider, but there are three taxi companies available through the airport's taxi queue: City Cab, Crown Cab, and Yellow Cab of Charlotte.
Car Rentals:
Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty rental cars are available at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Thrifty is located offsite and provides shuttle service between its company location near CLT and the terminal. All other rental car companies listed are located in the Consolidated Rental Car Facility in the Level 2 lobby of the Hourly Parking Deck in front of the terminal.
Limo/Car Service:
If you need a limo or town car while in town, Charlotte is home to several companies that provide top-notch service, including American Chauffeured Transportation, Rose Chauffeured Transportation, CLT Express, SilverFox Chauffeured Transportation, Peak Limousine, and Sterling Chauffeured Transportation.
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