#CLTairport is gearing up for a busy Fourth of July holiday weekend, with record-breaking passenger numbers expected to surpass 2023 totals. From Tuesday, July 2, through Monday, July 8, the Airport is expecting approximately 191,000 local passengers departing Charlotte, a 15.6% uptick from the same period in 2023. In addition, CLT is forecasting a total passenger traffic of 1.18 million during this period, reflecting a 12% increase compared to last year. Don’t Wing It, Prepare to Fly with these top travel tips: bit.ly/PrepareToFly
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Airlines and Aviation
Charlotte, North Carolina 7,709 followers
About us
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), a City of Charlotte department, is ranked among the world’s busiest airport. In 2022, CLT welcomed nearly 48 million passengers. CLT is served by eight major carriers, 15 regional carriers and three foreign flag carriers with nonstop service to 180 destinations, including 36 international locations and three U.S. territories. CLT averages 1,400 daily arrivals and departures and 4 million passengers traveling to, from and through CLT a month.* An enterprise fund, the Airport is self-sustaining and does not collect tax dollars. Airport revenue funds all capital and operating costs. (*Numbers reflect CLT’s Monthly Activity Report and data from Airport Council International.
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https://www.cltairport.com
External link for Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Industry
- Airlines and Aviation
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1935
Locations
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Primary
5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy
Charlotte, North Carolina 28208, US
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Employees at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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Ted Kaplan
Chief Business & Innovation Officer at City of Charlotte - Aviation Department
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Dennis Iskra
Senior Airport Architect at CLT Airport.
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Jack Christine, A.A.E.
Chief Infrastructure Officer at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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Stuart Hair
Economic Development & Community Engagement professional
Updates
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Attention American Airlines travelers: From July 9-21, all American Airlines ticket counters east of Checkpoint C will temporarily relocate for construction. Some counters will move outside to Door 2 on the Departures level, with four ticket counters and an additional four kiosks available. Give yourself plenty of time and arrive 2.5 hours early for domestic flights and 3.5 hours early for international flights. Additional signage and staff will help guide you. Learn more: bit.ly/3zyONkx
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Today, we celebrate National Air Traffic Control Day! ✈️ Join us in recognizing the incredible air traffic controllers who work tirelessly to ensure our skies are safe and efficient. Their expertise and dedication keep flights running smoothly at #CLTairport and beyond.
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Happy Fourth of July from #CLTairport ✨🇺🇸
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Welcome to the new professionals joining the City of Charlotte Aviation Department this month! We're thrilled to have these exceptional individuals join our team. ✈️ 🤝 Come #WorkAtCLT. Apply online at bit.ly/3L7A5B4 or learn more at cltairport.com/careers.
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July 2 marks the 30th anniversary of the devastating USAir Flight 1016 crash near #CLTairport. Today and everyday, we honor and remember those who lost their lives. You can visit the Flight 1016 Memorial at the #CLToverlook, which features a Morse code tribute to the flight's originating airport Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) and CLT.
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1992 → 2009 → 2024 If the new #CLToverlook entry sign looks familiar, that is because it is! This repurposed sign originally lived at the #CLTairport entrance on Josh Birmingham Parkway from 1992 to 2014. 👋 Today, the sign weclomes visitors to the newly opened CLT Overlook.
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New route alert 🚨 Starting August 13, Frontier Airlines is offering daily flights between #CLTairport and Boston Logan International Airport! Book your tickets today: bit.ly/CLTflights 📸 @queen_city_planes
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As the seventh busiest airport worldwide for aircraft movements, #CLTairport offers a wide range of employment opportunities, including airline, retail, food and beverage, security and customer service. Working at CLT isn't just a job; it's a dynamic and rewarding career. Hear from Stuart Hair, Director of Commercial and Community Engagement, about why he loves his role.
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Introducing the talented professionals who joined the City of Charlotte Aviation Department this month! We're excited to welcome these exceptional individuals who bring fresh energy, innovation and expertise to our workforce. ✈️ 🤝 Come #WorkAtCLT. Apply online at bit.ly/3L7A5B4 or learn more at cltairport.com/careers.
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