Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is an international airport serving Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, located roughly six miles (9.7 km) west of the city's central business district. Charlotte Douglas is the primary airport for commercial and military use in the Charlotte metropolitan area. Operated by the City of Charlotte's aviation department, the airport covers 5,558 acres of land.
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Live weather
KCLTNOTAMs
KCLTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18C / 36C | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Conc-f | Unlit | Open |
| 18R / 36L | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R | 8,676 ft / 2,644 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 7,502 ft / 2,287 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 120.050 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 121.150 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 127.150 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| POST | BASE OPS COMD POST | 29.220 MHz |
| RDO | RALEIGH RDO | 122.400 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Diverse vector area / other (2)
Showing 18 of 75 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLOTTE CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHARLOTTE CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHARLOTTE CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 10% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 77% | -288 ft | |
| Feb | 71% | 1 ft | |
| Mar | 81% | 561 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | 1,105 ft | |
| May | 81% | 1,526 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 1,943 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 2,112 ft | |
| Aug | 83% | 1,951 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | 1,733 ft | |
| Oct | 84% | 1,118 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | 331 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | -102 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-288–2,112 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Financial Center | 869 ft | 807 ft | — |
| Truist Center | 656 ft | 873 ft | — |
| One Wells Fargo | 630 ft | 725 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 807 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 535 ft | 791 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 495 ft | 728 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 745 ft | — |
| Museum Tower | 456 ft | 781 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Charlotte Douglas International Airport?
The ICAO code for Charlotte Douglas International Airport is KCLT, and its IATA code is CLT.
Where is Charlotte Douglas International Airport located?
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is large airport located in Charlotte, United States, at an elevation of 748 ft (228 m).
How many runways does Charlotte Douglas International Airport have?
Charlotte Douglas International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
Which airlines fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Charlotte Douglas International Airport include Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, American Airlines, among 17 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Charlotte Douglas International Airport?
Historical data lists 140 nonstop destinations from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Charlotte Douglas International Airport in?
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Charlotte Douglas International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Charlotte Douglas International Airport?
The nearest airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is Gastonia Municipal Airport (KAKH), about 10.2 nm to the w, followed by Bradford Field Airport and Rizzy Ridge Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Charlotte Douglas International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.