Cheap flight deals from Charlotte (CLT) to Lincoln (LNK)

What You Should Know about Flights from Charlotte Airport

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a busy hub in the southeast that offers many regional and international flights from Charlotte. More than 39 million people passed through this airport in 2011 alone. The five concourses are home to 13 airlines, from popular domestic carriers such as American Airlines and JetBlue Airways to foreign carriers like Air Canada Jazz and Lufthansa German Airlines. Located six miles west of downtown Charlotte on the Josh Birmingham Parkway, this airport offers many air ticket deals through Orbitz.com.

Airport Parking Options

Charlotte International Airport offers over 25,000 parking spaces. The long-term parking lot is the best value at $4 per day. The costliest option is valet parking at $19 per day. Several shuttles are available to get you to and from the lot if you choose the economical option.

Solving the Airport Transportation Problem

If you choose to leave your car at home, there are several options for transportation to and from the airport. Charlotte has bus, train and taxi services; the cheapest options are the bus and train. You can ride either for $1.75 per ride, and they operate 20 hours a day. Express bus fare will cost you $2.40. A taxi is the most direct route and costs about $20 per trip within six miles of the airport. With the money you save by buying your air tickets on Orbitz.com, you can afford the extra cost of a taxi.

Finding a Good Meal at the Airport

Like any other airport, Charlotte International offers a wide variety of fast food options. From Burger King to Panda Express, there are plenty of the choices available. For a good sit-down breakfast before your flight, stop at Bojangles' Famous Chicken and Biscuits. The restaurant is located inside the airport and offers home-style meals for passengers boarding flights from Charlotte. Book you flight on Orbitz.com to save enough time to savor the meal before take-off.

Lincoln Airport Information

Lincoln Airport is the primary airport serving Nebraska's greater Lincoln area. It is located less than seven miles northwest of the city center, with easy access via West Cornhusker Highway or I-80 to I-180. Use Orbitz.com when searching for cheap flights to Lincoln, and you will have access to all of the major air passenger carriers that service the airport.

Ground Transportation in Lincoln

There is little in the way of public transportation in the Lincoln area, but there are other transportation options that will take you to your final destination. DashAbout Shuttle and Eppley Express offer private and shared shuttle service for a reasonable price. Capital Cab, OMALiNK and Yellow Cab companies all provide taxi service from the airport to downtown Lincoln. Expect to pay a $2.75 fee plus an additional $2.75 per mile. Book your low-cost tickets on Orbitz.com, and you can also look for a rental car or sales on hotels that offer free shuttle service to take care of all of your transportation needs.

Lincoln Area Weather Information

When it comes to the weather, Lincoln is a study in extremes. Summers are extremely hot, with temperatures in the low 90s, and winters are harsh. During December, January and February, expect temperatures as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and more than two feet of snow. If you plan to travel to Lincoln during the cold winter months, be sure to bring a warm coat, snow boots and full winter gear.

What to Do in Lincoln

Whether you are into museums or prefer the outdoors, Lincoln has enough things to see and do to keep you busy for a while. Visit one of the area wineries, pick some berries at Roca Berry Farm, learn some history at the Thomas P. Kennard House or simply spend your time golfing, hiking, fishing or horseback riding. No matter what you choose to do, remember to use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights to Lincoln the next time you plan to visit.