Flying from New York to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from New York to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). Explore your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), two of the city's main airports.
Asheville's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. Asheville Regional Airport is located in Asheville.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to AVL.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Asheville Regional Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to AVL are available with United Airlines.
United Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the EWR to AVL route.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Asheville Regional Airport see fewer delays with United Airlines compared to other carriers.
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to AVL flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Skip straight to the good part and board a direct flight from New York to Asheville Regional Airport leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Get ready for takeoff with Delta Air Lines. It offers direct New York to AVL plane tickets from LGA.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Delta Air Lines from LGA to AVL.
Delta Air Lines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.89% of services arriving as scheduled.
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Asheville Regional Airport flight:
LGA has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and touch down when it should.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Asheville Regional Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near AVL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Asheville Regional Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Thrifty or Ace Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Asheville and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your New York to Asheville Regional Airport flight.
AVL is located at 61 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
Central Asheville is around 18 kilometres from Asheville Regional Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
Right now, 35 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Asheville Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 74 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to AVL.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a New York 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 New York to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). Visit Asheville in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a New York to AVL plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Asheville to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Asheville Regional Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Asheville
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Asheville right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Asheville Regional Airport:
Your visit to Asheville should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Blue Ridge Parkway, Mountain to Sea Trail and River Arts District.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Asheville. Around 153 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Atlanta, about 257 kilometres south-west of Asheville. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are highlights.