Flying from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) to San Diego: what you need to know
San Diego is three hours behind Charlottesville, where Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is located. San Diego runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your CHO to San Diego flight.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
The journey from central Charlottesville to CHO takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near CHO. Whether you have an early flight from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
80.42% of flights leaving Charlottesville Albemarle Airport reach their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from CHO.
You'll find CHO at 100 Bowen Loop.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) to San Diego
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego flight is ج.م. 10,562. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 16,723. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CHO to San Diego. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near SAN if you have a late flight from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and discover San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CHO to San Diego.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Once your flight from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
The journey will take about 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CHO to San Diego flight, unwind at a hotel close to CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from CLD as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to San Diego
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego. The city comes alive in peak season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit San Diego in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CHO to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Diego right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport to San Diego:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another favourite destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without experiencing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
