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CLT Prepares for Summer Travel Season

CHARLOTTE, NC – Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is gearing up for the upcoming summer travel season. Memorial Day weekend marks the official kickoff, and while this year’s passenger volume may be lighter than last, travelers should still prepare in advance for a seamless journey.

Passenger numbers are projected to be 7% lower than summer of 2024. During the Memorial Day travel period—from Thursday, May 22 through Tuesday, May 27—CLT anticipates over 970,000 passenger arrivals and departures. That represents an 9% decrease compared to the same period last year. The busiest travel days are expected to be Thursday, May 22, and Friday, May 23.

“We are ready to connect passengers to their destinations while ensuring smooth operations, elevated customer service, and a world-class travel experience,” said Jerome Woodard, CLT Chief Operating Officer.

To help passengers prepare, CLT advises Don’t Wing It! Top travel tips include:

  • Passengers are strongly encouraged to reserve parking online in advance. Of the Airport’s 25,000 parking spots, 15,000 are available for online booking. The Royalty Program allows travelers to earn rewards with points earned by booking CLT Airport parking online at parkCLT.com or on the CLT Airport app.
  • Consider alternate routes in case of traffic congestion. Use a navigation app to avoid trouble spots.
  • Plan to reach your parking space thirty minutes before your desired arrival time at the terminal.
  • Be inside the terminal at least two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight.
  • Review TSA Guidelines – Visit tsa.gov for up-to-date guidance on prohibited items and screening procedures. All concourses and aircraft gates are accessible from any security checkpoint.

New and Noteworthy

  • REAL ID enforcement began May 7. Travelers must have a compliant ID for domestic air travel.
  • U.S. citizens can use Enhanced Primary Processing to expedite U.S. Customs upon arrival from international destinations.
  • American Airlines is introducing seasonal service to Athens, Greece, June 5 through September 2025.

Updates with any significant traffic and passenger impacts will be posted in real-time to the Airport’s social media accounts (@cltairport).

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