Piedmont Triad International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
GSO
ICAO Code
KGSO
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Piedmont Triad International Airport serves the Greensboro-Winston‑Salem-High Point area in North Carolina and functions as a regional commercial airport. It handles scheduled domestic flights and general aviation traffic and is organized around a single passenger terminal building with adjacent concourse areas.

Piedmont Triad International Airport
Elevation: 281 m
36.0994, -79.9373

Terminal Guide for Piedmont Triad International Airport #

The airport’s passenger operations are concentrated in a single terminal building with gates arranged in adjacent concourses or concourse arms; check‑in, security and baggage claim are centralized. Airlines use allocated gates within the concourses rather than separate terminals, and facilities include an attached on‑site hotel and rental car center.

Getting to and From Piedmont Triad International Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Greensboro and within reasonable driving distance of Winston‑Salem and High Point; typical driving time to downtown Greensboro is about 10-20 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Taxi / rideshare: Taxis and rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) operate regularly and are convenient for single passengers or small groups.
  • Car rental / driving: A rental car center is available; driving times to local cities vary from ~15-35 minutes.
  • Bus / shuttle: Some airport shuttles and regional ground transport options serve the area - check local providers for schedules and routes.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Piedmont Triad International Airport #

Facilities include food and beverage outlets (sit‑down and grab‑and‑go styles), baggage services, and a rental car center. The on‑site Hilton Garden Inn provides immediate accommodation connected to the terminal. Wi‑Fi and charging points are available; airline lounges may be limited and vary by carrier.

Hotels and Layovers at Piedmont Triad International Airport #

There is an on‑site hotel directly connected to the terminal building, useful for overnight connections and early flights.

  • Hilton Garden Inn (on‑site/connected) - check [hilton.com] for property details and booking.

Tip for long layovers: the on‑site Hilton Garden Inn offers the most convenient option for short overnight stays; otherwise hotels in Greensboro, High Point and Winston‑Salem are within a 20-35 minute drive.

Tips for Piedmont Triad International Airport #

  • The airport has an on‑site Hilton Garden Inn attached to the terminal - useful for overnighting without transferring into the city.
  • If you’re going to downtown Greensboro or Winston‑Salem, allow extra time for road traffic during peak hours.
  • Car rental and parking are convenient; consider renting a car for flexible travel into the Piedmont Triad region.

Weather & Climate near Piedmont Triad International Airport #

Climate

Piedmont Triad International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1115 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 32 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.2h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

71 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

71 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

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