Flying from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). Explore the options for leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY), two of the city's main airports.
Asheville is three hours ahead of Los Angeles. Asheville Regional Airport is located in Asheville, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to AVL, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination without delay.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to AVL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
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 Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near AVL instead:
Pick up an Asheville Regional Airport rental car and discover Asheville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Thrifty and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Los Angeles 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 to the centre of Asheville is about 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
ج.م. 6,787 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 14,326. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to AVL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). Plan your visit to Asheville in February for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to AVL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Asheville, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Asheville
Start your Asheville trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Asheville Regional Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Asheville isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Blue Ridge Parkway, Mountain to Sea Trail and River Arts District.
Explore more of the United States
Asheville has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 153 kilometres east of Asheville, a visit to Charlotte will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Asheville, Atlanta is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.