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Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

Charlottesville, United States

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About Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) serves Charlottesville in United States. Travelers flying through CHO can expect average security wait times of around 35 minutes, though this varies by time of day and season.

Standard TSA screening is in effect at CHO.

CHO Airport FAQs

How long is the security line at CHO?

Security wait times at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport vary by time of day and day of week. Check the wait time cards above for current estimates. Peak hours (6-9 AM, 4-7 PM) typically have longer waits.

Does CHO have TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck availability varies. Check the airport's official website for the latest checkpoint information.

How early should I arrive at CHO?

For domestic flights, arrive at least 2 hours early. For international flights, arrive 3 hours early. During peak travel periods and holidays, add an extra 30-60 minutes.

What terminals does CHO have?

Charlottesville Albemarle Airport has 1 terminal: Main Terminal.

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IATA Code
CHO
Location
Charlottesville
United States
Current Status
Busy Traffic
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Busiest Months
Jul Aug Dec

Peak Hours

6-9 AM High
11 AM-2 PM Low
4-7 PM High

Tips for CHO

  • Arrive at least 90 minutes early for domestic and 150 minutes for international flights.
  • Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
  • Check-in online and have your boarding pass ready on your phone to save time at the airport.

Arrival Time

Domestic Flight
90+ min
before departure
International Flight
150+ min
before departure
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Location

Charlottesville, United States
38.1386°, -78.4529°
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CHO Airport FAQ

How long is the security line at CHO?

Security wait times at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport vary by time of day and day of week. Peak hours (6-9 AM, 4-7 PM) typically see the longest waits. FlightQueue provides real-time estimates based on historical data and crowd reports.

What is the best time to go through security at CHO?

The best times for shorter security lines at Charlottesville Albemarle are typically mid-morning (10-11 AM) and early afternoon (1-3 PM). Avoid the morning rush (6-9 AM) and evening peak (4-7 PM).

How early should I arrive at CHO?

For domestic flights at Charlottesville Albemarle, arrive 1.5-2 hours before departure. For international flights, arrive 2.5-3 hours early. During peak travel periods, add an extra 30 minutes.

Does CHO have TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck availability varies by checkpoint at Charlottesville Albemarle. Check FlightQueue for the latest checkpoint data.