Charlotte Airport
2010 Best Airport
REGION: NORTH AMERICA
Runner-Up
In this section you will find some of the more entertaining comments, traveller airport reviews as well as our Charlotte Airport Guide with info on WiFi, lounges, facilities and services....and yes, even the names of some airport hotels in case you decide that sleeping in the airport is not for you!
Traveller Comments....
"one guy slept in a bass boat that was on display." (Rob)
"I was disappointed and mad." (JJ)
"It also works to wedge yourself in between the armrests in the bucket seats. " (Jack Duluoz)
"Charlottes only saving grace is the garden area by the fountain outside of security" (?)
"Found nice area underneath the escalators." - recarpe
Recent Review
by Kilroy
As a non-rev flyer on US Airways, I have spent many a night at CLT, but not usually by choice. The secure areas close at night (except during periods of mass delays), but the ticketing and baggage claim areas remain open. I usually sleep in baggage claim, either on the floor or on the padded but partitioned seating. On the floor, it is important to have something to use as padding. 100 of the seating, both inside and outside security, has fixed metal arm rests. With practice and experimentation, I have learned how to sleep in them, but it's not optimal (slightly better than sleeping on a plane). A light blanket and earplugs are always required for comfortable sleeping at any airport. On the plus side, no one has ever hassled me in baggage claim, and because the airport is far from the city, it seems quite safe. (No one wandering there who doesn't work there.) Free airport-wide Wifi and adequate power sockets. Plenty of food inside security, but not much outside. During the day, a cheap city bus can take you to Walmart and other shopping/food along the route to downtown. (There are a couple of no-name motels along the bus route as well. Brand-name motels like Motel 6 are little trickier to get to and may involve some walking or a pricey taxi ride.)
The last review for this airport was in 2011. Have you been there recently? Tell us about it!
Charlotte Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
- US Airways Club Lounge - Concourse B - between gates 3 and 5
- US Airways Club Lounge - Concourse C - Intersection of Concourses C and D.
- US Airways Club Lounge - Concourse D - Intersection of Concourses C and D
- USO
The Charlotte Center offers comfortable chairs, books, magazines, television and refreshments. Internet and phones are available free of charge. Open to US military personnel and their families.
Located: upper level
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Charlotte Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport that offer
free airport shuttle....
Airport WiFi / Internet
- Free wireless internet is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "CLTNET" network.
- The Business Center offers computer workstation rentals, photocopy, faxing and conferencing services.
Located: in the Atrium
More Services, Facilities & Things to Do at the Airport
- Food / Dining
Landside: Starbucks
Airside: Wendy's, Sbarro, TCBY, Starbucks, Piiza Hut, Burger King, Quizno's, Carolina Beer Co., Salsarita's and many more dining options - Rocking Chairs
Located in the Atrium (landside) and Concourses D and E (airside) - Showers
There are no showers at this airport. - Luggage Storage / Lockers
Unknown - Car Rentals
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty. Location: Lower Level, Baggage Claim Area
Airport Hours
unknown
Airport Maps
Download a terminal map here
Charlotte Travel Sites
- Charlotte Hotels - search for deals, check availability and read reviews
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Last Updated: 30 Oct 2010 | Sources: Charlotte Douglas International Airport
The information in this Airport Guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airport's and their web sites. When you see "information not available" and "unknown", the airport has a lousy web site and/or has been uncooperative in providing information. The information above is subject to change without notice. Use it for informational purposes only to help you during your stay. To report errors, or to add/change any items quoted in the guide, please email me.
