Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) is a regional airport serving Charlottesville and the University of Virginia area, offering scheduled commercial service alongside general aviation. Traffic increases during university and festival seasons.
Terminal Guide for Charlottesville Albemarle Airport #
The airport has a single passenger terminal containing ticketing, security and a small concourse; gates are easily reachable on foot. The compact layout makes connections and baggage collection simple, with typical regional-airport amenities grouped together in one building.
Getting to and From Charlottesville Albemarle Airport #
Travel time to downtown Charlottesville or the University of Virginia is typically around 15-25 minutes by car.
- Car / driving: Rental cars are available at the terminal; parking is adjacent to the building.
- Taxi / ride-hail: Local taxis and app-based ride-hail services operate to and from the airport.
- Shuttle / hotel transfer: Some hotels provide transfers-confirm service when booking.
- Public transit: Limited local bus services may connect the airport to the city; check current schedules.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport #
Facilities include rental-car desks, a small selection of food and drink outlets, and basic retail. Free Wi‑Fi is commonly offered for limited sessions; charging points are available in public areas. Accessibility services are provided when requested in advance. Large airline lounges are not typical at this airport.
Tips for Charlottesville Albemarle Airport #
- Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) security lines are usually quick but can slow during university move-in/out periods-plan accordingly.
- Ground transport to the University of Virginia and downtown Charlottesville is straightforward by taxi or rental car - allow about 15-25 minutes.
- Parking near the terminal is convenient and often less expensive than at larger airports.
Weather & Climate near Charlottesville Albemarle Airport #
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1127 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 7° | -2° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| February | Acceptable | -3° - 9° | 1° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.6h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 14° | 6° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 6° - 20° | 13° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 11° - 25° | 18° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.1h |
| June | Very Good | 16° - 29° | 22° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.6h |
| July | Very Good | 18° - 31° | 25° | 117 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 1.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.4h |
| August | Excellent | 17° - 30° | 24° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 1.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Very Good | 14° - 27° | 20° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 1.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 7° - 21° | 14° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Acceptable | 2° - 15° | 7° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.0h |
| December | Acceptable | -2° - 9° | 1° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.4h |