Transfer to/from - Charlotte airport (CLT)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Charlotte airport (CLT)

Transportation

 

Ride-sharing

App-based services such as Uber and Lyft operate under a designated pickup scheme to reduce congestion. Drivers pick up passengers at the Departures Level (Ticketing), using exclusively the inner lanes of the upper level (zones 1–3).

It is important to request your vehicle only when you are already at the curb and ready to board.

Public Buses

The CATS public transportation system connects the airport with the city in an affordable and efficient way. The standard fare for a one-way trip is USD 2.20.

  • Route 5 (Sprinter): Connects the airport with the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown. The trip takes about 25–30 minutes and operates approximately every 20–30 minutes.
  • Route 60: Connects the airport with the LYNX Tyvola Station light rail station, allowing transfers to other parts of the transit network. It operates daily with departures every 30 minutes.

Private Shuttles

Several private companies offer shared or private transportation services to hotels, business districts, and downtown. Most of these services require advance reservations. Service counters and meeting points are usually located in the baggage claim area (Level 1).

Rent a Car

 

Taxis

Taxis are available at the Arrivals/Baggage Claim level, assisted by curbside attendants. Service is available 24 hours a day, although attendants generally operate from 6:45 am to 12:15 am.

Fares: There is an official flat fare of USD 32.00 for trips from the airport to Uptown (I-277 District). For other destinations, the meter is used, with a minimum fare of USD 25.00 from the airport.

Official companies operating on airport grounds include City Cab, Crown Cab, Green Cab, and Yellow Cab.

 
 

Latest updates: December 20, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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