Some top hotels close to Charlotte Douglas Airport
Pre-book your Charlotte Airport transfer to a local hotel pre-departure:
- Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Airport is a couple of miles away, meaning Douglas International transfers in minutes. Scoring 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor, this comfortable and conveniently located three-star venue offers a pool, gym and free breakfasts.
- The Ballantyne, Charlotte is a 25-minute Charlotte Douglas transfer south-east, 15 miles away. This luxury four-star resort with an ‘Excellent’ TripAdvisor rating features superb facilities and access to recreation, dining and local businesses.
- The Westin Charlotte is within eight miles and a 20-minute airport run east. With four stars and rated ‘Very good’, it offers a business centre, gym and bike hire. It’s near popular attractions in Charlotte’s financial district.
Travelling on from Charlotte Douglas International?
- Charleston International Airport is located just over 3 hours to the south-east; or a 200-mile Charlotte Airport transfer
- Raleigh-Durham International lies 160 miles south-west – expect a journey of 2 hours 30 minutes
- Myrtle Beach International is 190 miles south-west, with a typical Charlotte Airport transfer time of 3 hours 45 minutes
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Towns to explore near Charlotte Airport
- Wilmington lies 3 hours 30 minutes south-east by road – cover the 216 miles via Charlotte Douglas transfer. Explore this small town’s Riverwalk and boardwalk, and expect great shopping, dining and views. Visit Airlie Gardens, local museums and a WWII battleship.
- Asheville is a couple of hours west, or within 125 miles of Douglas international. With a relaxed vibe and in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it offers splendid breweries, galleries and live music. Check out Biltmore Estate and the River Arts District.
- Greenville is located 95 miles south-west; be there within 1 hour 54 minutes by Charlotte International transfer. It’s scenic and great for art and museums, while Falls Park has riverside gardens, a suspension bridge and waterfall views. Paris Mountain State Park offers multi-use trails north of the town.
- Salisbury is around 50 minutes or 47 miles north-east of Charlotte Douglas. With a pretty downtown, it’s packed with history, art and culture. Hang out at Dan Nicholas Park, or the Eagle Point Nature Preserve; other nearby attractions include North Carolina Transportation Museum.
- Belmont is just 6.5 miles or 15 minutes west of Charlotte Douglas, nestled between two rivers. Its pretty historic district dates from 1873 and features varied architectural styles. Go walking, hiking, fishing or kayaking at Goat Island Park. Don’t miss Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden or Catawba River Antique Mall, in a picturesque mill.
- Charlotte itself is a 15-minute Douglas International transfer. ‘Queen City’, founded in 1768 is North Carolina’s largest city. The NASCAR Hall of Fame celebrates motor racing with interactive exhibits. Enjoy outstanding shopping and dining, lively street life or learn about local history on Liberty Walk. Visit the Billy Graham Library to learn more about the famous pastor.
Top rated excursions to enjoy from Charlotte Airport
- Levine Museum of the New South is 10 miles north or a 15-minute Charlotte Airport transfer. The venue showcases the New South which emerged after America’s civil war. Enjoy a regularly updated line-up of temporary and permanent exhibits.
- Lake Norman is located 45 miles north; cover them within the hour from Charlotte Douglas. There are over 500 miles of shoreline, plus various marinas. Hire jet skis or take to the water by kayak, canoe or paddleboard. Alternatively, enjoy a stroll.
- Charlotte Motor Speedway is based half an hour or 21 miles away. The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NADCAR) has deep roots in the city. Check out the packed programme of events, thrilling races, tours and more.
- Uwharrie National Forest is a 63-mile Douglas Airport transfer taking 75 minutes. There are over 50,000 mesmerising acres to explore. Enjoy a dip in Badin Lake or hike one of dozens of trails crossing the area, including the popular (moderate) Morrow Mountain route.
- The Tweetsie Railroad is worth the 90-mile journey, doable within two hours. Enjoy a great day out at this Wild West-themed park. Ride the steam railway, pan for gold and visit the petting zoo before hitting the amusement rides.
- North Carolina Zoo is around 95 miles distant, or a Charlotte Airport transfer of 1 hour 30 minutes. See thousands of animal and plant species here, the world’s biggest natural habitat zoo. Go on a ‘zoofari’, and enjoy the aviary, butterfly garden and ropes course.
More key details on Charlotte Douglas International
Charlotte Douglas has adapted restrooms and adult changing stations. If you’re taking a guide dog, there are service animal relief areas inside the terminal. Wheelchair provision is via your airline – contact them pre-departure. Meanwhile, this airport’s Sunflower Programme for those with hidden disabilities allows you to discreetly alert staff to a condition like autism or dementia. Visual messaging and paging on flight information monitors and visual display screens help deaf travellers, plus there’s on-demand visual interpreting help from Aira for the blind.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway
Charlotte
NC 28208
Tel: (+1) 704-359-4013
Email: contact form
Website: www.cltairport.com