Travelling from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) leaving from either of these.
The average time for a direct Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Asheville Regional Airport is located in Asheville. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Orlando.
Choose from 2 direct services a week between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). This is the most popular route, with Allegiant Air offering a 8:35am departure from MCO to AVL.
To ensure you catch your flight from Orlando to AVL, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) operate out of this terminal.
Allegiant Air is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport leaving from MCO.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Allegiant Air from MCO to AVL.
With a reliable 80.0% of services arriving as planned, Allegiant Air is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
MCO is around 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Orlando International Airport:
78.28% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Think about setting out from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). You can book a direct Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) plane ticket with departures from here.
Get on your direct flight from Orlando to AVL with Allegiant Air. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of SFB.
Allegiant Air has the largest share of bookings on the SFB to AVL route.
With 76.32% of services arriving as scheduled, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier flying between Orlando Sanford International Airport and Asheville Regional Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Orlando to AVL flight? Relax in a hotel near Orlando Sanford International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
69.11% of flights out of Orlando Sanford International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
Reserve a hotel close to AVL if you're catching a late flight from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Grab an Asheville Regional Airport rental car and explore Asheville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Thrifty and Ace Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport flight.
You'll find AVL at 61 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
Asheville Regional Airport to central Asheville is about 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
R 638 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport. A return flight starts from R 1,283. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Orlando to AVL.
July is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Asheville based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Orlando to AVL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Asheville, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Asheville
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Asheville right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Asheville Regional Airport:
You'll find loads of fantastic 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 other parts of the United States. Journey about 153 kilometres east to Charlotte to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major 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 highlights.
