# Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) > Charlottesville, US · 8 mi (13 km) north of Charlottesville Web: https://airport.flights/airport/cho JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/cho.json ## Facts - **IATA**: CHO - **ICAO**: KCHO - **Timezone**: America/New_York - **Runways**: 1 - **Terminals**: 1 - **Passengers**: .603M/yr - **Official site**: https://gocho.com ## Overview ## Welcome At Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO), simplicity reigns supreme. Located just 8 miles north of Charlottesville, CHO is not your average regional airport. With a single, streamlined terminal and services designed for speed, it offers a contrast to the sprawling complexes of nearby major hubs. It's ideal for travelers prioritizing minimal fuss and quick transitions from curb to gate, a luxury rarely found elsewhere. ## At a glance CHO serves approximately 603,000 passengers a year, with carriers such as American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines providing over 40 daily nonstop flights. Despite the airport's compact size, it provides connections to significant business and leisure markets, including Charlotte, Atlanta, Dulles, LaGuardia, and Chicago. Its straightforward layout with a single main terminal offers ease of navigation. ## Terminals & layout The airport's layout is refreshingly simple, with one main commercial terminal serving all airlines. This lack of complexity is a boon to passengers looking to avoid the labyrinthine terminals of larger airports. While there are no named satellite terminals or current expansions, CHO's emphasis is clearly on rapid, stress-free transit for both commercial and private flyers through its main terminal and the adjacent Signature Aviation FBO. ## Getting to and from the city Transportation options include a variety of taxi services such as Diamond Taxi and Yellow Cab, alongside rideshare providers. Monticello Coach CO offers shuttle services. For parking, the airport offers Short-Term and Long-Term solutions both priced at $13 daily, with more economical parking available at $9 per day. The CHO Connector Shuttle aids in the transition from remote parking to the terminal. ## Traveller essentials Though small, CHO does not skimp on efficiency. With TSA PreCheck available, security processes can be surprisingly swift, especially on light-travel days. American Airlines passengers enjoy the convenience of self-service check-in and can use digital payment methods at the counter. However, cash is not accepted at American’s CHO counters, highlighting the need for cashless transaction readiness. ## Dining & shopping highlights Dining options at CHO are limited but accessible, with Turbo Grill, Copilot Coffee, and Radar Bar all situated within the main terminal. Choices may be few but they provide the necessities—whether it's a quick caffeine fix or a simple meal. Shopping, on the other hand, does not feature prominently at CHO, which may require travelers to plan ahead for any retail needs. ## Lounges The Signature Aviation Lounge offers an oasis primarily for private and general-aviation travelers rather than commercial passengers. With sub-$10 access, it’s a rare pocket of exclusivity catering to the more select segment of CHO’s clientele. Commercial passengers should note that airline-affiliated lounges or clubs are not available. ## Insider tips - **Insider:** Treat CHO as a time-saver airport due to its compact size, ensuring minimal curb-to-gate time. - **Money:** American Airlines at CHO does not accept cash, so prepare to pay via card or digital means for transactions. - **Time:** The CHO Connector Shuttle is a practical choice when parking in remote lots, enhancing transport convenience to the terminal. - **Avoid:** If you prefer variety, plan accordingly as food options are limited to Turbo Grill, Copilot Coffee, and Radar Bar. - **Local:** Signature Aviation's lounge is a unique feature for private flyers, offering a distinctively upscale airport experience. - **Quiet:** Utilization of TSA PreCheck can make busy flying days feel almost effortlessly smooth. - **Time:** If connecting through major markets, a buffer time is prudent to account for the smaller frequency of flights. ## Terminals (2) - **Main Terminal** — 5 gates · American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines - **Charlottesville Albemarle Airport Main Terminal** — American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines The terminal offers a range of amenities for travelers. ## Dining (5) - **Bar / Café (Main Terminal Concessions)** — Main Terminal · American · Bar & Café · $$ - **Copilot Coffee** — T · Café · Coffee Shop · $ - **Radar Bar** — T · Bar · Local · $$ - **The Market at CHO** — Main Terminal · Grab-and-go · Snacks & beverages · $ - **Turbo Grill** — T · Local · American · $$ ## Lounges (2) - **Signature Aviation Lounge** — Main Terminal · FBO · sub-$10 - **The Founder's Lounge** — Main Terminal · Paid access for all passengers ## Shops (1) - **Gift / News Shop (Main Terminal)** — Main Terminal · News & gifts ## Parking (4) - **CHO Connector Shuttle** — Official Off-Site Shuttle · /to-from/parking//day, /to-from/parking//hr - **Economy Parking** — Remote · $9.00/day, /to-from/parking//hr · 0.5 mi - **Long-Term Parking** — Long stay · $13.00/day, /to-from/parking//hr · 0.3 mi - **Short-Term Parking** — Short stay · $13.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal ## Ground transport (21) - **Airport Rental Car Shuttles / Walk-up Access** — Shuttle · 5–10 min to off‑airport lots if shuttle is used · Included with rental · Coordinated with rental car operations Most rental car counters are in or next to the terminal; any off‑site location may provide a courtesy shuttle. - **Black Car Transportation** — Other Chauffeurs wait by the vehicle with signage. - **Car Go Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **CHO Connector Shuttle** — Shuttle - **Diamond Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Eagle Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Elite Fleet Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Express Cab** — Taxi Call for service. - **Faith Airport Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Hotel Shuttles** — Shuttle · 15–25 min to major area hotels · Often complimentary for hotel guests · Varies by hotel Selected Charlottesville hotels provide courtesy shuttles that must usually be arranged in advance. - **iTaxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Jaunt / Regional Bus Connections (via nearby stops)** — Bus · 30–40 min to Charlottesville area after transfer · $2–$5 · Limited No dedicated city bus stop at the terminal; riders typically connect to regional bus services from nearby points. - **Mario’s Cab** — Taxi Call for service. - **Monticello Coach CO** — Shuttle Contact for service details. - **Rideshare Services** — Rideshare Use apps for service. - **Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) at CHO** — Rideshare · 15–25 min to downtown · $20–$35 · On demand App‑based pickups generally occur in the public curb area near arrivals. - **Star Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Taxi from CHO to Downtown Charlottesville** — Taxi · 15–25 min to downtown · $25–$40 · On demand Local taxi companies serve the airport curbside outside baggage claim. - **Taxi Services** — Taxi Meter rates may vary; knowledgeable drivers available. - **Union Taxi** — Taxi Call for service. - **Yellow Cab** — Taxi Call for service. ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Treat CHO as a time-saver airport due to its compact size, ensuring minimal curb-to-gate time. - _Money_: American Airlines at CHO does not accept cash, so prepare to pay via card or digital means for transactions. - _Time_: The CHO Connector Shuttle is a practical choice when parking in remote lots, enhancing transport convenience to the terminal. - _Avoid_: If you prefer variety, plan accordingly as food options are limited to Turbo Grill, Copilot Coffee, and Radar Bar. - _Local_: Signature Aviation's lounge is a unique feature for private flyers, offering a distinctively upscale airport experience. - _Quiet_: Utilization of TSA PreCheck can make busy flying days feel almost effortlessly smooth. - _Time_: If connecting through major markets, a buffer time is prudent to account for the smaller frequency of flights.