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
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable -3° - 9° 1° 86 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.5 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h
February Acceptable -1° - 11° 3° 88 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.6 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.7h
March Good 3° - 16° 8° 99 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.8 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.8h
April Good 7° - 22° 15° 77 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.8 m/s 1.4 high 13.0h
May Very Good 12° - 26° 19° 105 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.3 m/s 1.7 very high 14.0h
June Excellent 17° - 29° 23° 99 mm partly cloudy 72% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 14.5h
July Very Good 20° - 31° 25° 116 mm partly cloudy 69% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 14.2h
August Very Good 19° - 30° 25° 103 mm partly cloudy 71% 1.7 m/s 1.7 very high 13.4h
September Excellent 15° - 27° 21° 90 mm partly cloudy 72% 1.9 m/s 1.3 high 12.3h
October Very Good 8° - 22° 15° 89 mm some cloud 74% 1.9 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.1h
November Very Good 3° - 16° 9° 76 mm some cloud 75% 2.1 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.1h
December Acceptable -1° - 11° 3° 87 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.2 m/s 0.3 low 9.6h

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