Travelling from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): What you need to know
Begin your travels 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 Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) taking off from either of these.
Take off on a direct Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Asheville's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Asheville Regional Airport is located in Asheville.
The most popular route is from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). There are 10 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 8:15am departure between DCA and AVL.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to AVL.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates services from DCA.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between DCA and AVL.
With 69.23% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on schedule.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Looking to fly out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) flight tickets are available from here.
Allegiant Air operates direct flights from Washington DC to AVL departing from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Allegiant Air is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to AVL.
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
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The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find AVL at 61 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
The centre of Asheville is about 18 kilometres from Asheville Regional Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
$58 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport. Return flights start from $117. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Washington DC to AVL, book your flight ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). July is when most people visit Asheville. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
When booking your Washington DC to AVL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Asheville, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Asheville Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Asheville
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There are loads of awesome things to do in Asheville when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Blue Ridge Parkway followed by Mountain to Sea Trail and River Arts District.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Asheville, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 153 kilometres east to Charlotte to tick off its leading attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Asheville, Atlanta is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.