Flying from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Tampa: what you need to know
Tampa and Asheville (where Asheville Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
With 7 flights a week between the two airports, Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is the most popular route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from AVL to PIE is with Allegiant Air at 22:05.
To ensure you catch your flight from AVL to Tampa, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa that touches down at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
Keep an eye out for deals with Allegiant Air. This airline operates direct flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa.
Once you've booked your cheap tickets from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.
AVL is about 26 kilometres from central Asheville. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 46 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near AVL. Whether you have an early flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Tampa
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa is R 707. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,414. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from AVL to Tampa by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 57 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to TPA if you're catching a late flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Central Tampa is around 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 23 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours and 11 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from AVL to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa. July is the busiest month for a trip to Tampa. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Tampa, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from AVL to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
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