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How to get there
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 June
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in June
Estimated hotel price
$92
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 23 km 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 16 km 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 23 km 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 16 km 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 (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,025 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,481 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,633 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,059 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,641 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,923 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,426 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,424 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,436 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,025 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,762 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,016 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, 990 reviews)
$92+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1514 reviews)
$75+
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Hampton Inn Charlotte/Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.5, 418 reviews)
$121+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.6, 1199 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $43 per day, on average, or $172 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 51% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $43 per day, on average, or $172 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 51% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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