$172 Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Asheville (AVL)

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Cheap Flights from Washington to Asheville (DCA-AVL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $172 for one-way flights and $285 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$285 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Asheville, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $285 found 11 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$295 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Asheville, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $295 found 11 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$300 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Washington to Asheville, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $300 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$305 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from Washington to Asheville, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $305 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$305 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Asheville, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $305 found 11 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 24
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$306 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$306
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Washington to Asheville, returning Sat, Jan 24, priced at $306 found 2 days ago
Delta
Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 27
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$310 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Jan 18 from Washington to Asheville, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $310 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$315 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$315
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Asheville, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $315 found 11 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 24
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$316 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Washington to Asheville, returning Sat, Jan 24, priced at $316 found 2 days ago
United
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
DCA
Washington
AVL
Asheville
$389 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$389
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Washington to Asheville, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $389 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (DCA) to Asheville (AVL)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $157 - $509 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Asheville

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Asheville Regional AVL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $549
AVL
Asheville Regional
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $549
Flights from Washington (DCA) to Asheville (AVL)
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Asheville Regional
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$285
Distance
383 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 37 mins

Washington to Asheville Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Washington to Asheville

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Washington to Asheville are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Washington to Asheville with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Washington to Asheville

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington to Asheville: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Washington to Asheville

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Washington to Asheville in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $172 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Washington to Asheville flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Washington to Asheville airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $172 or cheap return flight from $285 from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
December is the cheapest month to fly from DCA to AVL. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
You can fly nonstop from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, departure times and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest DCA to AVL flight.
How many flights per day from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
On average, there is just 1 direct flight departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) per day. If this doesn't work with your itinerary, think about flights with layovers. Simply filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
More travelers fly between DCA and AVL at 5 PM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DCA to AVL?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL).
What is the earliest flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
The first flight of the day departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is at around 1:39PM UTC-5. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) at approximately 3:09PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 1h 30m.
How long does it take to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
It takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes to fly the 380 mi from DCA to AVL.
What airline has the least delays from DCA to AVL?
With 86% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
To avoid potential delays on the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Asheville from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Board a direct flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville and touch down at Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP). Another convenient gateway to this city is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from DCA to AVL right before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DCA to AVL flight and hotel package?
Opting for a DCA to AVL flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our extensive range of accommodations and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your DCA to AVL flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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