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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Austin to Asheville:

• Earliest: departs at 8:58 am and lands at 11:19 am
• Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 10:21 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 21m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Asheville:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Austin to Asheville takes 2h 21m, covering 948 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Austin to Asheville range from $216 to $448, with an average of $314 over the past 12 months. Anything below $216 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 65% above the $314 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $162 round-trip, compared to $228 via a layover through Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

One-way fares from Austin to Asheville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $147, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Dollar

Flights from Austin to Asheville usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Asheville Regional (AVL).

One-stop flights from Austin to Asheville most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Austin to Asheville. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $200 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $458, a difference of $258.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Austin and Asheville.

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h, compared with 5h 03m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 28m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Asheville is 1 hour ahead of Austin (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Austin to Asheville flights:

• Delta: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Allegiant Air: a checked bag in Economy Class class
• Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Austin Airport has only three lounges available to first class, business class, or elite class travelers. The three lounges are Delta Sky Club, United Club, and American Airlines Admirals Club. Economy travelers can opt for a single-visit pass or buy a day pass online.

Passengers on an extended trip who wish to leave their cars at the airport have multiple long-term parking options: the Economy Parking Lots, the Garages, and Valet Parking. The Economy Parking Lots offer more affordable long-term parking options for as little as $8 per day.

The available options to get to downtown Asheville from Asheville Airport (AVL) include by bus, ridesharing, or taxi. Taking a bus is very affordable but exceptionally slow. Taxis and ridesharing options are fast and grant you a comfortable ride to the Historic District.

Traveling with your kids? you can access the family viewing area to enjoy a great runway view and watch planes take off. The aviation-themed playground at the cell phone lot is another perfect spot to take your kids.