Charlottesville Albemarle Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 8m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Charlottesville Albemarle Airport
Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport is an airport eight miles north of Charlottesville, in Albemarle County, Virginia, United States. It opened in 1955 and serves the Central Virginia and Shenandoah Valley region with non-stop flights to five major cities on three airlines' subsidiaries. CHO underwent major construction in summer 2006; an 800-foot runway extension began in summer 2010 and was completed in December 2012.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KCHONOTAMs
KCHOReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 6,801 ft / 2,073 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | POTOMAC APP/DEP | 132.850 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 118.425 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.425 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | LEESBURG RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.500 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLOTTESVILLE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3100 ft MSL |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 17% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 84% | -750 ft | |
| Feb | 78% | -547 ft | |
| Mar | 83% | 59 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | 711 ft | |
| May | 76% | 1,165 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 1,705 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 1,858 ft | |
| Aug | 81% | 1,693 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | 1,301 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 798 ft | |
| Nov | 89% | -73 ft | |
| Dec | 78% | -530 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-750–1,858 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89.7 W209AA Charlottesville | 1,037 ft | 1,434 ft | — |
| WQMZ-FM (Charlottesville) | 525 ft | 371 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?
The ICAO code for Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is KCHO, and its IATA code is CHO.
Where is Charlottesville Albemarle Airport located?
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is medium airport located in Charlottesville, United States, at an elevation of 639 ft (195 m).
How many runways does Charlottesville Albemarle Airport have?
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,801 ft / 2,073 m.
Which airlines fly to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?
Airlines historically serving Charlottesville Albemarle Airport include Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Charlottesville Albemarle Airport in?
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is approximately 9.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?
The nearest airport to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is Snow Hill Airport (VA19), about 11.8 nm to the sse, followed by Cottonwood Farm Airport and Hen & Bacon Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Charlottesville Albemarle Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.