<p class="isSelectedEnd">Planning a trip through Charlotte and wondering how early you should arrive for your flight? The check-in process is usually pretty straightforward, especially if you check in online before heading to the CLT Check-in.

<p class="isSelectedEnd">For a domestic flight, arriving about two hours before departure is generally a comfortable choice. If you're traveling internationally, giving yourself closer to three hours can be helpful because you may need additional document checks and baggage processing.

<p class="isSelectedEnd">If you have checked luggage, head to your airline's counter or bag drop area after arriving. Travelers with only carry-on bags and a digital boarding pass may be able to go directly to security.

<p class="isSelectedEnd">I also recommend keeping your ID, boarding pass, and important travel documents somewhere easy to access. Once you get through security, check the airport screens for your gate because assignments can change.

<p class="isSelectedEnd">Charlotte's airport can get busy during mornings, weekends, holidays, and other peak travel periods. Arriving early means you have time to deal with unexpected lines without starting your trip in a panic.

Has anyone recently traveled through Charlotte Douglas? How much time did you personally allow for check-in and security?