Travelling from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): What you need to know
Kick off your travels 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) departing from either of these.
1 hour 50 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport flight.
The timezone in Asheville is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Asheville Regional Airport is located in Asheville.
With 28 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:15am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ORD to AVL is with United Airlines at 8pm.
Your flight from Chicago to AVL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport departing from ORD.
The most frequently booked airline between ORD and AVL is United Airlines.
American Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Thinking of flying out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) flight tickets are available from here.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to AVL can be booked with Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air is the top choice for bookings on the MDW to AVL route.
Book with Allegiant Air if punctual service is a priority. Its flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Asheville Regional Airport touch down as scheduled 80.0% of the time.
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to AVL flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near AVL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Asheville Regional Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Thrifty or Ace Rent a Car to explore Asheville and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport flight.
The address for AVL is 61 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
Asheville Regional Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Asheville. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
Currently, $93 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $189. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Chicago to AVL by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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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 (AVL). Plan your visit to Asheville in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Chicago to AVL flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Asheville to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Asheville
Start your Asheville trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Asheville Regional Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Blue Ridge Parkway, Mountain to Sea Trail and River Arts District are attractions you won't want to skip in Asheville.
Explore more of the United States
Asheville is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres east of Asheville, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Atlanta, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Asheville. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are key reasons to visit.
