Travelling from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): What you need to know
Columbus and Asheville (where Asheville Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
To ensure you catch your flight from Columbus to AVL, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can reach LCK from the centre of Columbus in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
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Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AVL instead:
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You'll find AVL at 61 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to central Asheville
From Asheville Regional Airport, central Asheville is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
At the moment, $333 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $350. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Columbus to AVL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). July is when most people travel to Asheville. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
The warmest month in Asheville is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Columbus to AVL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Asheville
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Asheville right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Columbus to Asheville Regional Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville Botanical Garden and Grove Arcade are must-do's during your Asheville adventure.
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 best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Atlanta, about 257 kilometres southwest of Asheville. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are highlights.
