Meter starts at the T terminal curb for Faith Airport Taxi
From the single T terminal exit at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, Faith Airport Taxi runs standard metered cabs that wait at the main arrivals curb. You walk straight out of baggage claim, cross one traffic lane, and the taxi stand is right there. Rides start the meter on pickup, so you only pay for actual distance and time from CHO.
Most runs from CHO to downtown Charlottesville land in the 20–25 minute range by taxi, depending on traffic along U.S. 29 and city lights. Faith Airport Taxi focuses on airport trips, so drivers know the typical hotel stops near the University of Virginia grounds and the 5th Street Station area. If you’re headed farther out, like Crozet or Keswick, expect closer to 30–40 minutes on the road.
Typical fares from the T terminal to central Charlottesville sit roughly in the $30–$45 zone before tip, with higher totals if you hit stop‑and‑go near UVA or run out to wineries past town limits. Faith Airport Taxi operates standard four‑door sedans, so two full‑size checked bags plus carry‑ons usually fit in the trunk without drama. If you have four people and ski bags or golf clubs, mention that when you call so they can send a larger vehicle if available.
CHO is a small field with limited late‑night options, and Faith Airport Taxi often covers arrivals from the last bank of flights landing around 11:00 p.m. It’s still smart to call ahead at least 30–60 minutes before landing if you’re on a late Delta, American, or United inbound, especially on Fridays and Sundays. Give your exact flight number so the driver can track delays and adjust pickup at the T terminal curb.
Faith Airport Taxi takes phone reservations, and many regulars call as soon as the plane pushes back from the gate at their origin city to lock in a driver. You can also walk up at the curb, but during the 4:00–7:00 p.m. arrival push you may wait 10–15 minutes if a couple of regional jets unload at once. Best move: program the Faith Airport Taxi number into your phone before you land at CHO and call as you step off in T.