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Flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $268. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Charlottesville.$239 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 2, returning Sun, Jul 5.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Washington Dulles on Thu, Jul 2, arriving in Charlottesville.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Charlottesville on Sun, Jul 5, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.

Charlottesville.$268 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 7, returning Sat, Apr 11.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Washington Dulles on Tue, Apr 7, arriving in Charlottesville.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Charlottesville on Sat, Apr 11, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Charlottesville.$309 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 1, returning Fri, May 8.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Washington Dulles on Fri, May 1, arriving in Charlottesville.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Charlottesville on Fri, May 8, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.

Charlottesville.$309 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 19, returning Thu, Sep 24.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Washington Dulles on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Charlottesville.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Charlottesville on Thu, Sep 24, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.

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Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charlottesville.

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Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville is $239. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

58 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

CommutAir, United and Copa fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville.

How many flights are there a week from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

There are 93 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville, as of March 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Airport on Thursday, July 2, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 58 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Charlottesville?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Charlottesville but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Charlottesville?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Charlottesville is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

The cheapest airline that flies to Charlottesville is United.

Traveling from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO): What you need to know

Begin your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) taking off from either of these.
Charlottesville (where Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to CHO.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

DCA is about 8 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on time at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You can book a direct Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Decide if leaving from IAD is a better fit for your trip.
Take a direct flight from Washington DC to CHO with United Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of IAD.
United Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the IAD to CHO route.
With 70.15% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Charlottesville Albemarle Airport.
You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to CHO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from BWI reach their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.

About Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)

If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CHO:
CHO is located at 100 Bowen Loop.

Getting from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) to central Charlottesville

The center of Charlottesville is roughly 13 kilometers from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)

$232 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. A return flight starts from $239. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to CHO.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to CHO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find an affordable flight from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)

It's time to work out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO). July is the busiest month to travel to Charlottesville. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Charlottesville is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to CHO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Charlottesville

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Charlottesville right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Charlottesville when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Jefferson School African American Heritage Center followed by The Looking Glass Immersive Art Experience and University of Virginia.

Explore more of the United States

Charlottesville has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 209 kilometers north-east of Charlottesville, a visit to Baltimore will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
Around 153 kilometers north-east of Charlottesville, Washington DC is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.