Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport, known by the codes CLT and KCLT, is the main airport serving Charlotte in the United States and one of the country’s major large-airport gateways. Set at an elevation of 748 feet (228 m), it operates in the America/New_York time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking departure boards, arranging pickups, or planning onward travel. For visitors, CLT is best thought of as both a city airport for Charlotte and a busy connecting point, so leaving extra time between flights can make a trip much smoother.
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport, known by the codes CLT and KCLT, is the main airport serving Charlotte in the United States and one of the country’s major large-airport gateways. Set at an elevation of 748 feet (228 m), it operates in the America/New_York time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking departure boards, arranging pickups, or planning onward travel. For visitors, CLT is best thought of as both a city airport for Charlotte and a busy connecting point, so leaving extra time between flights can make a trip much smoother.
Overview
Charlotte Douglas International Airport, known by the codes CLT and KCLT, is the main airport serving Charlotte in the United States and one of the country’s major large-airport gateways. Set at an elevation of 748 feet (228 m), it operates in the America/New_York time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking departure boards, arranging pickups, or planning onward travel. For visitors, CLT is best thought of as both a city airport for Charlotte and a busy connecting point, so leaving extra time between flights can make a trip much smoother.
Airfield at a Glance
- Airport code: CLT (IATA), KCLT (ICAO)
- Airport type: Large airport serving Charlotte, United States
- Runway 18C/36C: 10,000 ft, conc-f
- Runway 18L/36R: 8,676 ft, paved and lighted
- Runway 18R/36L: 9,000 ft, concrete and lighted
Why It Matters for Travellers
For passengers, the airfield layout and long runways support the steady flow of domestic and connecting traffic you would expect from a major airport, which can mean busy terminals at peak times but also frequent service and strong network coverage. Because Charlotte Douglas is such an important hub-style airport, it is wise to allow time for security, gate changes, and walking between areas, especially during morning and late-afternoon rush periods. Before travel, the most reliable source for terminal updates, parking, ground transport, and passenger services is the official airport website at http://www.charlotteairport.com/.
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FAQ
Charlotte Douglas International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte, United States (North America), at coordinates 35.220°, -80.940°.
- Its IATA code is CLT and its ICAO code is KCLT.
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport serves Charlotte, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport operates on America/New_York local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport sits at latitude 35.220° and longitude -80.940°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CLT. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CLT is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CLT on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.