Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) terminal guide

Charlotte, North Carolina KCLT #11 US airport by passengers

How CLT is laid out and how to move between buildings.

Terminals at CLT

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.

Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?

Frequently asked questions

How many concourses does CLT have?

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