Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Facilities at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
One of the busiest airports in North Carolina, Charlotte Douglas International Airport serves more than 25 million passengers annually. The airport provides both domestic and international flights, covering more than 100 destinations around the world.
The airport has only one terminal, with good facilities for passengers. A bank and ATMs are located on both levels. Those requiring first-aid assistance can find first-aid services located in the terminal. There's also an inter-faith chapel for devout passengers.
A wide range of shops - including various duty-free options - are scattered throughout the airport. Hungry tourists will be happy to find a variety of cafés, bars and restaurants.
Those looking for business facilities can find first-class services at the airport's conference rooms, which come in many sizes and all kinds of services. You can expect fax and photocopying services in all rooms. Wireless internet can also be accessed throughout the terminal.
Gift shops and a small duty-free outlet are located on the second floor to please serious shoppers. Overseas passengers can also buy tobacco, alcohol and jewellery at tax-free prices.
Transportation at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
There are many transport options from the airport to the city centre. Public buses offer a quick and cheap way to get downtown, leaving from outside Departures on the upper level.
Another option to get to the city centre is to use the Carolina Transportation Airport Express bus, which provides efficient services throughout the day. Many shuttle companies also operate buses into the city.
Those wishing to take a taxi can find many waiting right outside Baggage Reclaim. Rates can be shared between two persons, but a third person must pay an additional charge. Taxi companies include American Cab Company, Diamond Cab Company, Eagle Cab Company and King Cab Company.
Parking at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Finding a place to park in Charlotte Douglas isn't a big deal. There are 20,000 parking spaces provided for passengers. Short-term parking is located nearest to the airport. The daily parking has an entrance to the left of the airport entrance road. Long-term parking spaces are located a bit further away, connected to the terminal with free shuttle services.
A remote airport car park is the cheapest option for those wishing to use long term services. There are also shuttle buses provided to take you to the terminal. Those requiring valet parking can find the valet parking booth conveniently located on the curbside on the Ticketing and Departures level.
Airport information: +1 704 359 4000
Flight information: Charlotte Douglas International Airport