Charlotte Douglas International Airport is bursting with passengers, construction and people trying to get to and from the airport.
Why it matters: As CLT continues to see a surge in passenger traffic , planning where to park before you arrive can help you focus on getting to your gate rather than hoping you'll find somewhere to drop your car.
The bottom line: Book parking in advance using the airport's website or app. It's usually cheaper. Find parking availability here .
Of note: Bus shuttles are located in Zone 2 just outside the airport's lower level (baggage claim). CLT parking facilities include handicap parking and handicap accessible shuttles.
Here's a look at your parking options at CLT below and a map of parking options here :
What to expect: The most budget-friendly option.
How it works: You must book in advance.
- The gate arm should lift after the system reads your license plate, but if it doesn't, scan your QR code from your booking confirmation.
- Make sure you remember where in the lot you parked .
- A shuttle will take you to the terminal for your departure. A shuttle just outside baggage claim will take you back to the lot.
Cost: $12 daily max
Directions: Find the location here . The lot is on Josh Birmingham Parkway on your right as you head toward the terminal.
What to expect: Your other budget-friendly option.
How it works: This lot is drive-up only.
- A shuttle will take you to and from the lot. Once you're back at CLT, you'll catch the shuttle just outside baggage claim.
Cost: $12 daily max. Card only.
Directions: Find the lot here . The lot is on your left on Josh Birmingham Parkway before you reach the terminal.
How it works: You must make a reservation. The gate arm should open after your license plate is read. If it doesn't, scan your QR code from your booking confirmation.
- A shuttle will take you to the terminal for your departure. When you return, head to Zone 2 for to catch the shuttle back to your deck.
Cost: $20 daily max
Directions: The exact location is here . The decks are on Josh Birmingham Parkway before you reach the terminal. Follow signs for the daily/hourly decks and keep left for the daily decks.
How it works: A shuttle will take you to and from the lot.
Cost: $14 daily max. Card only.
Directions: Find the exact location here . The lot is on Josh Birmingham Parkway between Long Term Lot 2 and the Daily Decks. It will be on your left.
What to expect: This is the closest self-park option to the terminal. EV charging stations are available on levels 4-6.
How it works: Book in advance or drive up. If you have a reservation, the gate arm should open after your license plate is read, but you may need to scan your QR code from your booking confirmation.
- Park on levels 4-7 (levels 1-3 make up the rental car area).
- Use the skybridges to access the terminal for your departure. The underground walkways will take you back to the deck.
Cost: Free for the first 15 minutes; $8 an hour on the first day; $32 daily max. Card is the only accepted form of payment.
Directions: See the exact location here . The deck is on Josh Birmingham Parkway and will be on the left before you reach the terminal. Follow signs for the daily/hourly options and then continue straight to the hourly deck.
What to expect: You'll drop your car off and pick it up from the deck. An attendant will park your vehicle and help you with your luggage. The deck also includes:
- EV charging stations, car wash and maintenance services are available — check with a parking attendant for details.
How it works: This deck is reservation only. An Express Deck shuttle will take you to and from the deck.
- When you return to CLT, board the deck's designated shuttle in Zone 2. Call 704-559-9482 to let an attendant know you're back so they can have your vehicle ready when you arrive at the deck.
Cost: $24 daily max
Directions: The deck is at 5625 Wilkinson Blvd ., at the corner of Wilkinson Boulevard and Harlee Avenue. The entrance is on Harlee Avenue.
How it works: Also reservation only. The gate arm should open after your license plate is read, but if that doesn't work, scan your QR code from your booking confirmation.
- Designated shuttles will take you to and from the deck. You'll board the Designated Express Deck shuttle in Zone 2 when you return to CLT in front of Express Deck Preferred.
Cost: $20 daily max
Directions: The deck address is 5633 Wilkinson Blvd. , near the corner of Wilkinson Boulevard and Harlee Avenue. Like the Express Deck Preferred, the entrance is also on Harlee Avenue.
What to expect: A valet attendant will park your car, provide complimentary assistance with your luggage and tell you more about car wash and vehicle maintenance options.
How it works: You can book in advance or drive up for valet parking, which is available between 5am-10pm on level 1 of the hourly deck across from the terminal. You'll leave your car with an attendant and then take the skybridges to access the terminal.
- When you get back to CLT, you'll call 704-629-8111 to let them know and you'll take the underground walkway to the deck. Or you'll speak with an attendant in the west underground walkway to retrieve your car.
Cost: $45 daily max
Directions: See the exact location here . Follow signs for valet parking. You'll head left before you reach the terminal.
What to expect: This lot is meant for people waiting to pick someone up. It's about a mile from the terminal.
How it works: You must stay in your vehicle while in the lot.
Cost: Free
Directions: The lot will be on your right on Josh Birmingham Parkway next to Long Term Lot 1.
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