Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

Location

The airport is situated seven miles (11km) west of Charlotte, near the border between North and South Carolina.

Getting to the city

The CATS airport express shuttle ferries passengers to the city centre from the arrival area on the lower level of the main terminal. Courtesy shuttles are available for most local hotels and motels. Taxis are available from outside the terminal and cost approximately $20 to the city centre.

Time

GMT -5 (GMT -4 from March to November).

Contacts

Tel: +1 704 359 4000.

Car rental

Car rental companies include Alamo, National, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Thrifty and Hertz. All rental car counters are located on the lower baggage claim level of the passenger terminal.

Facilities

A bank, ATMs and bureau de change are available. Other facilities include restaurants, bars, shops, duty-free, post office and tourist information. Facilities for the disabled are good.

Parking

Daily, hourly and long-term remote parking is available. Valet parking is also an option. Complimentary shuttle buses transport passengers between parking lots and the terminal building.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.charlotteairport.com

Charlotte Douglas International Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.