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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 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 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 Orlando and takes around 1h 50m.

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 Orlando and takes around 1h 50m.

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 (8,092 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,068 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,430 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,879 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,594 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,249 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,461 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,002 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,565 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,007 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)
$90+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1505 reviews)
$82+
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.5, 264 reviews)
$102+
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Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.4, 761 reviews)
$73+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.6, 1206 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $46 per day, on average, or $185 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 27% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $46 per day, on average, or $185 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 27% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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