Travelling from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) taking off from either of these bases.
Approximately 2 hours 1 minute is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport.
Charlottesville is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is located in Charlottesville, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 13:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from ORD to CHO is with United at 18:46.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to CHO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) can be booked from this terminal.
United is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport jetting out of ORD.
ORD is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)? Check out the fares jetting out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
United operates direct flights from Chicago to CHO out of MDW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to CHO:
About Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)
Consider booking a hotel near CHO if you're taking a late flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) to central Charlottesville
From Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, Charlottesville is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 7 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)
C$329 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. Return flights start from C$324. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To snag flight tickets from Chicago to CHO, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Charlottesville. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Chicago to CHO, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Charlottesville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Charlottesville
Start your Charlottesville trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. University of Virginia, Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and St. Anne’s-Belfield School are attractions you won't want to skip in Charlottesville.
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