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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $271-$401
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/19Mon 10/29
ORD - AVL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $271-$401
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Sat 11/10
ORD - AVL • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 00m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $176 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Asheville (ORD-AVL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Asheville

Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:00 am - 8:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
11h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:30 am - 3:37 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 07m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$275Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:26 am - 10:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
22h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
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8:10 am - 3:30 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$277Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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8:04 am - 10:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
24h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:51 am - 3:30 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 39m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$277Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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8:04 am - 10:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
24h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 am - 3:30 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 30m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$277Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:54 pm - 9:51 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
1h 57mnonstop
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9:21 am - 10:35 amAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 14mnonstop
$299American Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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8:00 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
1h 55mnonstop
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7:49 am - 9:10 amAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 21mnonstop
$299American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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7:10 am - 10:11 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
2h 01mnonstop
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6:48 am - 7:59 amAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 11mnonstop
$299United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 8
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1:55 pm - 4:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
2h 00mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 7:02 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 32mnonstop
$299United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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8:00 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
1h 55mnonstop
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11:26 am - 12:41 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 15mnonstop
$299American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:10 am - 10:11 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
2h 01mnonstop
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5:35 pm - 6:56 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 21mnonstop
$299United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville at $288 round-trip.
  • September ($366) and July ($364) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Asheville

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Asheville

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Asheville. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Asheville Regional (AVL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights?

    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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $176 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $336 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $284 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $422: a $138 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $335. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville takes 2h 00m, covering 536 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $275 to $1,359. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $203, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 4h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 9h 37m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Asheville?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?

    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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville range from $271 to $401, with an average of $335 over the past 12 months. Anything below $271 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights?

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

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $284 - about $138 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville trip for February. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $78 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $176 round-trip on this route - about $160 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Asheville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asheville Regional Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Asheville Regional

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Asheville Regional to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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