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Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

Charlotte, North Carolina KCLT #11 US airport by passengers

About 6 miles west of Uptown Charlotte.

FAA status
No delays reported Updated 2 min ago
Weather now
VFR 75°F Observed 22 min ago
Late departures
29.9%May 2026 to July 2026
Security line
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CLT at a glance

Charlotte is a connecting airport first. The great majority of passengers are transferring, and the layout reflects that: a single terminal building with five concourses (A through E), all inside security and joined by moving walkways and shuttles.

The big advantage for travelers is the short distance to the city and the simple layout. The airport is close to Uptown, and the terminal curb is easy to understand. The rocking chairs in the lobby are a local tradition.

Main airlines: American Airlines runs one of its largest hubs here and accounts for the vast majority of flights.

FAA delay status for CLT

The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at CLT right now.

Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 2 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.

Current conditions at CLT

VFR

75°F24°C

Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.

Wind
200° 7 mph
Visibility
10+ mi
Clouds
FEW 800 ft, SCT 2,000 ft, SCT 5,000 ft, BKN 25,000 ft
Ceiling
25,000 ft
Pressure
29.92 inHg

METARSPECI KCLT 111325Z 20006KT 10SM FEW008 SCT020 SCT050 BKN250 24/23 A2992 RMK AO2 T02390228 $

Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 22 min ago.

Full weather, TAF, forecast and runways →

On-time performance at CLT

Based on 46,405 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.

29.9%Departures late
20.9%Arrivals late
1.41%Cancelled
23.5 minAverage departure delay
On-time performance by airline at CLT
AirlineDeparturesLateCancelled
American Airlines 29,095 31.7% 1.06%
PSA Airlines 10,275 29.9% 1.95%
Delta Air Lines 1,468 17.6% 1.09%
Envoy Air 1,441 16.5% 0.62%
Republic Airways 1,014 15.9% 4.34%
Frontier Airlines 968 34.6% 3.72%

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.

Late departures by month

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Terminals

Main Terminal

Ticketing, baggage claim and security. A single landside building.

Concourses A and B

Mostly American Airlines and regional partners.

Concourses C and D

American and American Eagle. Concourse D also handles international arrivals.

Concourse E

American and American Eagle gates. Allow extra walking time if you connect to Concourse E.

Moving between terminals

Concourses are connected by walkways and moving sidewalks in the secure area. There is no inter-terminal train, so the walking distance matters on short layovers.

Terminal guide →

Getting to and from CLT

  • Bus

    CATS bus

    Charlotte Area Transit System runs a bus route between the airport and Uptown. Check CATS for the current schedule and route.

  • Rideshare and taxi

    Terminal curb

    Taxis and rideshare pick up at the terminal curb. Follow the signs.

  • Shuttle

    Hotel shuttles

    Several nearby hotels run free shuttles to and from the terminal.

All ground transportation →

Tips for CLT

  • If your connection is short and you are on Concourse E, move promptly.
  • Thunderstorms in summer are the most common cause of disruption.
  • The airport is near Uptown, so a taxi or rideshare is quick outside rush hour.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a train to Charlotte airport?

No, there is currently no rail. CATS buses and taxis link the airport to Uptown.

How many concourses does CLT have?

Five: A, B, C, D and E.

Which airline dominates CLT?

American Airlines runs a hub here.

How busy is CLT?

About 25,873,555 passengers boarded flights at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 11 among US airports.

How often are flights late at CLT?

Over May 2026 to July 2026, 29.9% of departures at CLT left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.41% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).

Guide content last reviewed October 8, 2026. Report a correction