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Cleveland Airport guide
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport has one terminal with Concourses A, B and C. The quickest way from CLE to downtown Cleveland is the RTA Red Line rapid transit (about 25 minutes, $2.50).
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
RTA Red Line rapid transit, $2.50
about $35–$45
American, Delta and United
United Club (Concourse C)
Quick answer
The quickest way from CLE to downtown Cleveland is the RTA Red Line rapid transit (about 25 minutes, $2.50). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.
- Terminals
- One terminal with Concourses A, B and C
- Taxi
- 20–30 min, about $35–$45
- Distance
- About 9 miles to downtown Cleveland
- Lounges
- United Club (Concourse C); The Club CLE (near Concourse B, Priority Pass)
Getting from CLE to downtown Cleveland
Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.
- RTA Red Line rapid transitto Tower City, downtownabout 25 min$2.50
- Taxi or rideshare20–30 minabout $35–$45
Inside CLE
Terminals and connections
Concourses A, B and C are linked inside security. Concourse D has been closed since 2014.
Lounges
- •United Club (Concourse C)
- •The Club CLE (near Concourse B, Priority Pass)
Parking at CLE
- •Orange Lot with shuttles, the cheapest
- •Smart Parking Garage next to the terminal
Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check CLE's official site.
CLE tips
- •The RTA Red Line station is right under the terminal.
Airlines at CLE
Major airlines that fly from CLE (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.
- American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Avelo Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
- Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
CLE airport FAQ
The quickest option is the RTA Red Line rapid transit to Tower City, downtown: about 25 minutes for $2.50. A taxi takes 20–30 min (about $35–$45).
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport official website
- Wikipedia: Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (airlines, terminals and ground transportation)
- RTA Red Line rapid transit: official site
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