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Cheapest round-trip
$204
Typical prices: $346-$556
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Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
RDU - AVL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$109
Typical prices: $259-$414
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Fri 10/26
RDU - AVL • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $444 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Asheville (RDU-AVL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Asheville

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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11:10 am - 10:54 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
11h 44m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:53 am - 9:17 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 24m1 stop Orlando
$204Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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4:42 pm - 10:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
6h 17m1 stop West Palm Beach President Donald J. Trump Intl
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6:59 pm - 12:48 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
17h 49m1 stop Orlando
$235Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:06 am - 5:52 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 46m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:53 am - 9:17 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 24m1 stop Orlando
$245Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:04 pm - 8:01 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
15h 57m2 stops Cleveland Hopkins Intl Fort Lauderdale
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11:53 am - 9:17 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 24m1 stop Orlando
$248Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:06 am - 5:52 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 46m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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5:20 pm - 3:23 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 03m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$267Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:45 pm - 11:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 33m1 stop Orlando
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9:34 pm - 1:58 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
16h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$278Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:45 pm - 11:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 33m1 stop Orlando
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10:04 am - 9:03 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 59m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$283Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:45 pm - 11:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 33m1 stop Orlando
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10:04 am - 9:03 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 59m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$284Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:33 pm - 9:12 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
5h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:23 pm - 11:57 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 21
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3:00 pm - 6:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
3h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:40 pm - 9:44 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Asheville flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Raleigh to Asheville?

American Airlines ($397) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Raleigh to Asheville in the last 5 days.

Key details for Raleigh to Asheville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$109
The most popular month to fly with an average 123% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Asheville

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Your Raleigh to Asheville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Raleigh to Asheville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Raleigh to Asheville.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Asheville?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to Asheville. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 16m and 3h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Raleigh to Asheville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Asheville range from $346 to $556, with an average of $375 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Raleigh to Asheville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Asheville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Raleigh to Asheville?

    Flights from Raleigh to Asheville usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Asheville Regional (AVL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Raleigh to Asheville pass through?

    Connecting flights from Raleigh to Asheville most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Raleigh to Asheville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Raleigh to Asheville. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $346 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $635, a difference of $289.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Raleigh to Asheville?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 16m, compared with 3h 42m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the luggage allowance on flights from Raleigh to Asheville with American Airlines?

    Passengers on flights from Raleigh to Asheville with American Airlines can purchase a checked bag allowance whose fee varies depending on the number of bags. The maximum weight allowed for each checked bag is 50 lbs and the maximum size allowed is 62 inches. Carry-on bags are limited to one personal item with a maximum size of 22 x 14 x 9 inches.

  • What seat selection options are available on Allegiant Air flights from Raleigh to Asheville?

    Allegiant Air offers several seat selection options to its passengers on flights from Raleigh to Asheville. Passengers can select a standard seat at the time of booking or during check-in. These seats include standard amenities, such as a tray table and an overhead storage bin. Passengers can also purchase a Priority Boarding seat, which gives them the option to board the plane before other passengers.

  • What services does United Airlines offer passengers in economy class on flights from Raleigh to Asheville?

    United Airlines offers several services to economy class passengers on their flights from Raleigh to Asheville. Economy Class passengers have access to a large selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games through the United Private Screening portal, available on personal seat-back screens or personal devices using United's free app. United Airlines also offers complimentary drinks and snacks.

  • How do I get from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to the city center?

    Taxis are available outside the airport terminal. The ride to the city center takes about 15 minutes. Several shuttle services are also available outside the airport terminal that can take you to various locations in the city center. The cost varies depending on the service provider and the destination. Additionally, Asheville Transit operates a bus service that can take you to various locations in the city center. Bus schedules and fares are available on the Asheville Transit website.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Asheville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $346, about $289 less than Sunday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Asheville trip for September. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $289 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Asheville (AVL) usually entail layovers in various cities depending on the airline you choose. Some common layovers for this route include Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Chicago (ORD), and Newark (EWR).
  • Delta allows families with children under the age of 2, to board early on flights from Raleigh to Asheville, giving families extra time to get settled and organized before other passengers board. The airline also offers onboard entertainment options for children, including movies, TV shows, games, and music.
  • Passengers with reduced mobility may request pre-boarding or priority boarding on flights from Raleigh to Asheville with Spirit Airlines. The airline provides wheelchairs for boarding, deplaning, and connecting flights, as well as transporting passengers to and from the gate.
  • American Airlines offers flights from Raleigh to Asheville and has proactively retired older, less fuel-efficient aircraft from its fleet and replaced them with newer, more efficient models. The airline also has plans to introduce electric and hybrid vehicles to support its ground operations in the future.
  • Raleigh Durham Airport (RDU) has two terminals namely, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Terminal 1 serves Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines. It has 19 gates from A1 to A19. Terminal 2 serves all other airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. It has 36 gates from C1 to C36.

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