Flying from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Tampa: what you need to know
Tampa and Asheville (where Asheville Regional Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is the most popular route, with eight flights a week to choose from. You can fly from AVL to PIE at 06:00 with Allegiant Air.
Leave plenty of time to catch your AVL to Tampa flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa ticket. Begin your trip at AVL and land at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
Look out for offers from Allegiant Air. This carrier operates direct flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa.
AVL is around 18 kilometres from central Asheville. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 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 hotel close to AVL? If you've booked an early flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Asheville Regional Airport, 75.73% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find AVL at 61 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Tampa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa flight is $60. The cheapest price for a return flight is $119. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from AVL to Tampa, reserve your journey two months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from AVL to Tampa.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is about 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your AVL to Tampa flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from PIE a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Tampa in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AVL to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
Once you've booked your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Tampa Riverwalk, Ybor City Tattoo Company and The Florida Aquarium are top attractions which should be on every Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Tampa is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Miami, about 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are highlights.