$256 Cheap flight deals from Lexington (LEX) to Asheville (AVL)

Lexington's Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find flights from Lexington, Kentucky, by searching many airlines at once to find bargain tickets. The Blue Grass Airport serves Lexington and the surrounding areas. It is located at the intersection of US 60 and Man o'War Boulevard, four miles west of the city center. Seven airlines, including Allegiant, Eagle and Delta, provide scheduled domestic flights.

Airport Parking Information

The Blue Grass Airport has both short-term and long-term parking available. Fees are $2.00 for the first hour and $1.00 for each additional hour, with a daily maximum of $14.00 in the short-term lot and $11.00 per day in the long-term lots. There is an economy lot with a daily maximum of $8.00 per day. Any car with handicap plates or placards will be charged $8.00 per day, regardless of lot. Detailing service is available while you are traveling. Payment can be made with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or cash.

Ground Transportation Information

If you would prefer not to leave your car at the airport, metered taxis are available to transport you. Fares are approximately $2.50 per mile, with an initial $2.50 charge. There is also a bus stop at the airport. There is an express bus route from Blue Grass Airport to the downtown Transit Center on Vine Street, Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Let Orbitz.com help you plan your next trip. Not only can we find you great deals on an air ticket, we can find ground transportation too.

Blue Grass Airport Restaurants

There are several restaurant options available at the Blue Grass Airport. Market Fresh, Knob Creek Bourbon Lounge, The Taproom and Primo Cappuchino are all great places to grab a bite to eat while you are waiting for your flight. There are also several shops if you need to make any last minute purchases. Orbitz.com can help you find great deals on flights from Lexington.

Flying to Asheville

Need to go to Asheville in North Carolina? Let Orbitz.com search through its extensive database for the cheapest flights to Asheville. You may find a bargain on hotel and transportation packages as well, depending on the time of year and your budget. Travelers entering the city land at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), located nine miles south of the city in Fletcher. The airport mainly handles Delta, United Airlines, and US Airways.Orbitz.com maintains comprehensive flight listings for these and other airlines so you can find the best tickets.

Transportation from AVL

You have several options for traveling to your destination from the airport. Taxi services are available at $2.50 per mile starting with $2.50 on the meter. If you prefer to take a bus, the Asheville Transit Route 6 charges $1.00 per person. Orbitz.com also provides links to local rental car services, and the airport's proximity to I-26 gives easy access to the rest of Asheville.

Weather in Asheville

Asheville summer temperatures hover in the low-to-mid-80s, but can drop to the 60s. Winter temperatures, meanwhile, can drop to the mid-20s. Monthly precipitation remains mostly constant, with October being the driest month. Snowfall can occur in winter, but it does not remain on the ground for long.

What to Do in Asheville

Asheville is located in western North Carolina, near the foothills of the Appalachians. If you like hiking, you have over twenty hiking trails to explore. For more city-bound tourists, Asheville has a strong affinity with the arts. The Asheville Art Museum houses a varied collection of American art from the 20th century. If you book your flights to Asheville through Orbitz.com, the site will provide you with a list of hotels near tourist destinations.