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Where to stay
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Matthews travel guide

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You're Going to Love Matthews

With a population of 27,198, Matthews is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Matthews has to offer.

When to visit Matthews

Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Matthews

Plane

When flying to Matthews, you’ll arrive at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Matthews include American Airlines, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 10 miles from Matthews. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Matthews, you’ll arrive at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Matthews include American Airlines, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 10 miles from Matthews. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Matthews

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Matthews

Lufthansa
Good (8,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,028 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,396 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,229 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,781 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,578 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,143 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,404 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,363 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,480 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,978 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,003 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matthews

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews By IHG and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte.

Where to stay in popular areas of Matthews

Most booked hotels in Matthews

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Wingate by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
3 stars
Excellent (8, 977 reviews)
$92+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1512 reviews)
$84+
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.6, 264 reviews)
$101+
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Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.4, 762 reviews)
$78+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Charlotte - Matthews
2 stars
Good (7.2, 150 reviews)
$93+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.6, 1211 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $56 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Matthews (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Matthews, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $56 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Matthews (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Matthews, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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