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

• Earliest: departs at 6:25 am and lands at 8:25 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 1:55 am.

The flight takes about 2h.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Asheville takes 2h, covering 522 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 Chicago to Asheville range from $243 to $389, with an average of $315 over the past 12 months. Anything below $243 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $315 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $176 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $312 for nonstop.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Asheville flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $287 to $1,567. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Asheville route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Chicago to Asheville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $185, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from Chicago to Asheville may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Asheville Regional (AVL).

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Chicago to Asheville. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $262 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $356, a difference of $94.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Asheville. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 4h 18m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 51m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

Among airlines operating Chicago to Asheville flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

There are several ways to get to the Midway Airport from the city center. The first option is to take public transportation using the CTAO Line Train service. You can also use an Uber or taxi or opt for private means by driving yourself to the airport from downtown.

Yes. Lactating mothers have a space where they can breastfeed their babies with no interference. There is also a comfortable sitting area where you sit as you breastfeed. This is available at Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3 and the Multi-Modal facility found on Level 1, North and South Gate.

The airport has a children's play area where they can have a good time on arrival at the airport to prevent boredom. There is an art gallery where the kids can have a view. This offers them an opportunity to learn away from school. Rocking chairs are also available where they can sit to enjoy the breeze at the airport.

Yes. There is a pet-friendly environment near the terminal's entrance. The pet relief area is open to all travelers who carry their pets while traveling if you need assistance with your pet while at the airport, you can contact the post-security pet relief area.