Travelling from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) jetting off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport.
The timezone in Asheville is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Asheville Regional Airport is located in Asheville.
With 39 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 07:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from ORD to AVL is with Allegiant Air at 21:09.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Chicago to AVL.
August is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) depart from this terminal.
If you want to leave from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport with American Airlines.
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is approximately 40 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
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Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) offers direct flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL).
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to AVL are offered by United.
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 21 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
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About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near AVL:
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
Asheville Regional Airport to central Asheville is around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 46 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
Book a one-way ticket from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport from ج.م. 2,279 or travel return from just ج.م. 4,704. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
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Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Asheville in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Asheville is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to AVL in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Asheville
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One of the best ways to get to know Asheville is to visit its popular attractions. Essential stops include Downtown Asheville Art District, Asheville Urban Trail Tour and Asheville Art Museum.
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