Asheville to Tampa Flights

Asheville Airport Information

The Asheville Regional Airport, the primary airport serving the greater Asheville region, is located less than 15 miles south of downtown Asheville and is easily accessible via Highways 240 and 26. Book your cheap flights from Asheville using Orbitz.com, and you will be able to choose from all of the domestic airlines that service the airport, including Delta, Allegiant, United and US Airways.

Airport Parking in Asheville

The short-term parking lot is situated directly across from the terminals. Short-term rates are $12.50 per day. The long-term lot, located directly behind the short-term lot, charges a maximum of $8 per day or $48 per week. There is an overflow lot with a short, five-minute walk to the terminals, and it is available when the other two lots become full. All of the lots have a maximum 30-day stay before cars are considered to be abandoned.

Ground Transportation in Asheville

Low-cost buses from the downtown area to the airport are available via transit route 6, charging a fare of $1. Several cab companies can also get you to the airport on time. The average taxi charges a flat rate of $2.50 plus $2.50 for each mile. When you book your discount ticket through Orbitz.com, you might have saved enough to be able to hire a private car or limousine service for your airport transportation.

Restaurants in Asheville

The Asheville airport's terminal may be small, but it is comfortable and offers plenty of amenities for travelers waiting to take off. The Blue Ridge Tavern is available for a quick beverage or light nosh, and its concierge program takes customer service to the extreme. Order anything off the restaurant's menu at least 20 minutes before flight time, and it will deliver your food to you at the Tavern, while you are at the gate or even after you have boarded your plane. Enjoy your trip wherever your final destination is, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to find cheap flights from Asheville.

Tampa Airport Information

Use Orbitz.com to book one of the many flights to Tampa International Airport, the major airport serving the Tampa-St. Petersburg area. Most major domestic and international airlines fly in and out of the Tampa airport, which is located at 4100 George J Bean Parkway, roughly eight miles northwest of the downtown Tampa area.

Ground Transportation in Tampa

There are several options for ground transportation from the Tampa airport. Pick up the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit bus (HART) near the red baggage claim area, or grab a taxi or share-a-ride van at the ground transportation quadrants located in each corner of the baggage claim area. Most cab companies charge a $2 fee plus $2.25 for each mile, with a minimum $15 charge for each trip. For the ultimate mobility during your stay, use Orbitz.com to add a rental car to your travel package.

Tampa Weather Information

Tampa has a relatively mild climate. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 55 degrees Fahrenheit, and summer temperatures top out at around 90 degrees. Dress for summer, but bring a light jacket for those cool nights and a waterproof slicker for the inevitable afternoon storms.

What to Do in Tampa

To get the most out of your Tampa trip, attend a few of the city's outdoor festivals and celebrations. Each Saturday evening throughout the summer, you can attend Saturday Sunsets on the Trail at Treasure Island or the Holmes Beach Concerts in the Park series. The Fun 'N Sun festival and the annual Tampa-Hillsborough Storytelling Festival run through the spring, and Art in the Park and the Bridge Street Market are weekly events. Enjoy your Tampa vacation, and don't forget to use Orbtiz.com to book cheap flights to Tampa for your next trip.