Washington to Asheville (DCA–AVL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DCA–AVL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 384 miles in approximately 1h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 28 | CR9, E75 | 1h38-1h45 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 6 | E75 | 1h42 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Asheville from Washington
| Metric | DCA→AVL | IAD→AVL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DCA | – | 23 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | 5 |
| Flight time | 1h 38m | 0h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – |
Travel Essentials
DCA: EDT · AVL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Washington, it's 6:00 PM in Asheville.
The DC Metro (Yellow and Blue lines) connects the airport directly to downtown Washington in 15–25 minutes from most central stations ($2.25–$3.85 depending on distance and time of day). The Reagan National Airport station is inside the terminal complex with a direct indoor walkway. Metro runs from about 05:00 to midnight Sunday–Thursday, and until 01:00 on Friday–Saturday.Taxis and Uber/Lyft from the city centre cost $15–30 depending on destination and traffic. DCA is one of the most transit-accessible major US airports. Driving is straightforward via the George Washington Memorial Parkway; short-term parking at the terminal costs from $5 for 20 minutes. No personal vehicles are allowed to idle at arrivals; use the cell-phone lot or commercial pick-up zones.
DCA–AVL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DCA to AVL
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DCA to AVL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DCA to AVL ranges from 1 hours 38 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 384 miles (618 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 69 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD).