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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $259-$362
United Airlines
Thu 12/6Thu 12/13
IAD - CHO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$273
Typical prices: $308-$463
American Airlines
Fri 11/23
DCA - CHO • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville (WAS-CHO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville

Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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12:55 pm - 1:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
1h 00mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 4:10 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
0h 55mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2
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10:17 pm - 11:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
0h 58mnonstop
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10:50 am - 11:50 amCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 00mnonstop
$330United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
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12:55 pm - 1:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
1h 00mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 4:11 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
0h 56mnonstop
$349United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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12:55 pm - 1:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
1h 00mnonstop
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10:59 am - 11:55 amCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
0h 56mnonstop
$364United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:55 pm - 1:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
1h 00mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 4:10 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
0h 55mnonstop
$399United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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12:50 pm - 1:52 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
1h 02mnonstop
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2:34 pm - 3:34 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 00mnonstop
$409United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
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10:40 pm - 11:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
0h 55mnonstop
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10:59 am - 11:55 amCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
0h 56mnonstop
$439United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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8:25 am - 2:19 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
5h 54m1 stop Newark
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2:34 pm - 3:34 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 00mnonstop
$479United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:37 am - 2:16 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
5h 39m1 stop Newark
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10:59 am - 11:55 amCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
0h 56mnonstop
$494United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:45 pm - 6:44 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
0h 59mnonstop
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2:56 pm - 9:13 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 17m1 stop Newark
$499United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville typically range from $259 to $362. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flight route?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville route, averaging $328 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville routes average $732, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$273
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Charlottesville

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:00 am and lands at 10:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 pm and lands at 11:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville takes 1h, covering 93 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville range from $259 to $362, with an average of $328 over the past 12 months. Anything below $259 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $328 round-trip, compared to $732 via a layover through Newark (EWR).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $319 to $1,993. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Washington, D.C. and Charlottesville?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Washington, D.C. and Charlottesville is around $319 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h. Taking the train is much cheaper at around $83, with a trip time of about 2h 09m. The bus is similarly priced at around $44 and takes about 3h 30m. Compared with flying, recent train and bus fares are roughly 80% lower. However, those options take about 1+ hours longer each way.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $432, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO)?

    Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville pass through Newark (EWR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $259 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $732, a difference of $473.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. and Charlottesville.

  • What popular places can I visit in Charlottesville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Charlottesville are Jefferson Theater and Albemarle County Courthouse Historic District. These are among the most viewed places in Charlottesville on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $259, about $473 less than Tuesday fares (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville trip for January. Fares historically average $252 round-trip in that month - typically $480 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport.

    • Comfort Inn & Suites Charlottesville Hollymead Town Center
    • Staybridge Suites Charlottesville Airport By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville Albemarle

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Charlottesville Albemarle to Washington, D.C.

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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