Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Terminal
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) has only one terminal building that handles all passenger services. This terminal is divided into five concourses: A, B, C, D, and E, all of which are connected and can be easily reached on foot after passing through security. The main terminal includes ticketing counters, baggage claim, security checkpoints, and other services for travellers. After clearing security, passengers can access any of the concourses. Each concourse offers various amenities such as restaurants, shops, restrooms, and charging stations.
Levels at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
| Level 1 | Baggage Claim and Ground Transportation |
| Level 2 | Ticketing and Check-in |
| Level 3 | Chapel, Mother’s Room, and the USO Lounge |
Charlotte Douglas International Airport Concourses
The terminal consists of five concourses and 124 gates.
Concourse A
Concourse A at CLT consists of 32 gates. The main section of Concourse A is used by American Airlines, while the two extension areas, known as Concourse A North, are used by the following airlines:
- Air Canada
- Contour
- Delta Air Lines
- Frontier Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- Spirit Airlines
- Sun Country Airlines
- United Airlines
- Viva Aerobus
- Volaris
Concourse B
Concourse B at CLT Airport has 16 gates and is exclusively used for American Airlines’ mainline domestic flights.
Concourse C
Also used by American Airlines, concourse C have 18 departing gates.
Concourse D
All international flights that require customs processing (without preclearance) arrive and are handled at Concourse D. The concourse boasts 13 gates. The airlines operate out of the concourse, including:
- American Airline
- Lufthansa
Concourse E
Concourse E has 45 gates and serves as the primary hub for American Eagle flights at CLT Airport. It is recognized as the largest regional (express) flight operation in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CLT operates a single terminal divided into five concourses: A, B, C, D, and E and 124 departing gates.
Air Canada, Contour, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris Airlines serve CLT concourse A.
All international arrivals and departures at CLT are managed through Concourse D, which has dedicated customs and immigration facilities.
Yes, all concourses are connected through the same terminal and are accessible by walking.
The CLT Airport Baggage claim is on the lower level (Level 1) of the main terminal.
Yes, the CLT lounges, along with other amenities, are located at level 3.
Concourse D serves American Airlines and Lufthansa Airlines and is the main concourse for international arrivals.