Ticket lobby
The north ticket lobby is where you check in. Ride app and taxi drop-offs are at the curb in front of the lobby.
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
Asheville, North Carolina KAVL #103 US airport by passengers
Fletcher, North Carolina, south of Asheville.
- FAA status
- Checking Updated 1 h ago
- Weather now
- MVFR 54°F Observed 1 h ago
- Late departures
- 22.4%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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AVL at a glance
Asheville Regional Airport is a small airport that is in the middle of the AVL Forward terminal project. The new North Concourse and TSA checkpoint opened in 2025, the new rental car counters opened on May 20, 2026, and the project is expected to finish around the end of 2027 or early 2028.
AVL has no lounges, so passengers should plan on gate seating. The airport has free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal and a Guest Services Center in baggage claim.
Main airlines: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines operate scheduled service from Asheville, with nonstop flights to major regional and national destinations.
FAA delay status for AVL
We are waiting for the next FAA update. Check your airline for the status of a specific flight.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 1 h ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at AVL
MVFR
54°F12°C
Marginal: lower cloud or reduced visibility. Some delays are possible.
- Wind
- 350° 5 mph
- Visibility
- 7 mi
- Clouds
- OVC 2,000 ft
- Ceiling
- 2,000 ft
- Pressure
- 30.20 inHg
METARMETAR KAVL 101154Z 35004KT 7SM OVC020 12/11 A3020 RMK AO1 SLP214 P0004 60022 70022 T01220106 10161 20122 56005 $
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 1 h ago.
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On-time performance at AVL
Based on 2,756 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
22.4%Departures late
26.6%Arrivals late
2.14%Cancelled
21.8 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | 884 | 21.9% |
| Delta Air Lines | 574 | 19.5% |
| Envoy Air | 372 | 19.9% |
| SkyWest Airlines | 230 | 15.7% |
| Republic Airways | 227 | 25.1% |
| PSA Airlines | 224 | 30.4% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
North Concourse
The new North Concourse and TSA checkpoint opened in 2025. Arriving passengers deplane here, and a lactation suite is located post-security in the North Concourse.
Baggage claim and rental cars
The partial new baggage claim opened on April 17, 2026. The new rental car counters sit next to it, and the Guest Services Center is in baggage claim.
Moving between terminals
AVL is a small airport, so walks are short. Construction changes the walking paths from time to time, so follow the signs. Arriving passengers who need a rental car follow a marked outdoor pathway from the ticket lobby to the rental car counters next to the new baggage claim.
Getting to and from AVL
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Shuttle
AVL parking shuttles
Complimentary shuttles run from the curb in front of the ticket lobby and in front of the baggage claim entrance. They go to the Standard and Shuttle lots and the ride app and taxi pickup area. You can track them in real time in the Passio GO! app.
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Rideshare and taxi
Ride app and taxi pickup
Uber, Lyft and taxis use a designated lot just south of the new rental car center and baggage claim. It is about a four to six minute walk from the terminal, or you can take any parking shuttle from the curb.
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Bus
ART route South 3
Asheville Redefines Transit route South 3 runs daily between the airport and the Downtown ART Station, for a one-way fare of $1.00.
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Hotel shuttle
Hotel shuttles
Hotel shuttles pick up across from the baggage claim entrance, on the other side of Terminal Drive near the parking garage. Confirm the pickup time with your hotel.
Tips for AVL
- Allow extra time on arrival because the terminal is under construction. The airport asks passengers to plan for this.
- Use the Passio GO! app to see the parking shuttle locations in real time.
- The airport is in Fletcher, not in downtown Asheville. Plan the trip into the city with the ART bus or a rideshare.
- Use the Cell Phone Lot when you are picking up passengers. The curb is kept clear for traffic.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lounge at Asheville Regional Airport?
No. AVL has no commercial VIP lounges, airline club lounges or Priority Pass facilities, so plan to wait at your gate.
How do I get from AVL to downtown Asheville?
The ART route South 3 runs daily between the airport and the Downtown ART Station for $1.00. You can also use rideshare or a taxi from the lot south of the new rental car center.
Where do I pick up a rental car now?
The new rental car counters opened on May 20, 2026, and sit next to the new baggage claim. Arriving passengers follow a marked outdoor pathway from the ticket lobby.
When does the security checkpoint open?
The TSA checkpoint opens at 4:00 a.m. daily and closes 15 minutes before the last scheduled departure. Overnight travelers wait in the landside area until it reopens.
How busy is AVL?
About 1,114,820 passengers boarded flights at Asheville Regional Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 103 among US airports.
How often are flights late at AVL?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 22.4% of departures at AVL left 15 or more minutes late, and 2.14% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction