Traveling from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): what you need to know
Start planning your vacation by checking out the departure points for your flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). Explore the options for departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport is 1 hour 34 minutes.
Asheville (where Asheville Regional Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
With 17 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is the most popular route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 08:16. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from DCA to AVL is with Allegiant Air at 22:16.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to AVL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Get to your destination in one go from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport with American Airlines. This top airline operates services from DCA.
The distance from central Washington DC to DCA is around 5 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Planning to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? You can reserve a direct flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) out of this busy hub.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to AVL out of IAD. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 35 miles away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to AVL:
About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AVL instead:
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
From Asheville Regional Airport, Asheville is approximately 16 miles away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport, $38 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $76. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Washington DC to AVL.
The cheapest month for tickets from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Asheville, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Washington DC to AVL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Asheville, with temperatures ranging from 59ºF to 84ºF.
Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºF and 50ºF on average.
More about Asheville
Start your Asheville trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Asheville is to visit its most popular sights. Essential stops include Downtown Asheville Art District, Asheville Urban Trail Tour and Asheville Art Museum.
Complete your Asheville trip with a car rental
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