Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

CHO KCHO Charlottesville, Virginia Elevation: 639 ft

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport serves Charlottesville, Virginia, home of the University of Virginia and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. Located 8 miles north of downtown Charlottesville, CHO offers a 6,001-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves UVA Cavaliers athletics, the Monticello UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the vibrant Charlottesville wine country. Estimated charter rates to Charlottesville via CHO: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Charlottesville is one of America's most beautiful college towns, anchored by Thomas Jefferson's University of Virginia (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Monticello and the Virginia wine trail draw cultural tourism. UVA Cavaliers athletics (national champion basketball) brings game-day traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Charlottesville?

Yes. Charlottesville-Albemarle's 6,001-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.

How close is CHO to Monticello?

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport is approximately 10 miles from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, typically a 20-minute drive.

Why fly private to Charlottesville?

Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Charlottesville, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.