How to Save Money on Plane Flights

There are Do's and Don'ts to picking out a Cheap Plane Flight to or from the Asheville Regional Airport.

Here are the important Do's for traveling on a plane.


The most important 'Do' is to plan ahead. You always measure twice and cut once. That's planning, and the same principal applies to getting ready to fly on a plane. This may be a family vacation or a get-away on your favorite holiday. It doesn't really matter what its for as long as you take into consideration these things

  1. Is your departure date flexible?
  2. Do you have to be back home at an exact time?
  3. Do you want to book in advance?
  4. Would you be willing to drive to a different airport?
  5. How many transfers are you willing to make?
  6. Are you okay with taking a minimal amount of luggage?
  7. Do you need your seats together (only if you aren't traveling by yourself)
If you are okay with leaving or departing at possibly different times than you may have first assumed, you might be able to get onto a ticket that could be a whole lot cheaper. Booking in advance can ensure you a ticket, but waiting around can give you better deals. The Asheville Airport is the closest airport, but you might want to consider arriving or departing out of an airport (that is still close) but not the very closest one to your final destination. Taking a cab, or getting a friend to drive you for an hour can save hundreds of dollars if one airport is considerably cheaper. Some people don't mind having layovers (short or long) and transferring flights. We don't recommend that the elderly, disabled, sick, incapacitated, or sickly do too much transferring (at least without ample layover time) because they run a higher risk of missing their connecting flight. Luggage fees will cost you, big time. Carry on items are free, as well as a personal item, but is this what you want? Decide for yourself. NOTE: For Holiday travelers, you might be taking Christmas/Birthday/other presents of parcels with you. If you don't need to take these things back with you (in the case of presents) make sure not to make the mistake of paying for luggage on the way back if your extra suitcase is empty. If you are traveling with your family or friends, especially little children, its definitely wise to sit together. But if this isn't important, you can save money by taking random seats along the plane. This doesn't apply with all flights out of Asheville Airport, and some plane hosts (Delta, American Airlines, etc) might not even offer discounts.

Get Your Money Back on Filled Flights

Always remember the extra bonus if your flight is full: You can often get a free flight, plus a plush free stay in a hotel with free room service. Jumping on these deals if you are single, or don't mind being separated from your party can reward you handsomely. 

Remember, the Asheville Regional Airport is always welcoming for new visitors! Asheville North Carolina is a wonderful City is Western North Carolina that offers great diversity and culture. Its also a very convenient airport and the size is very easy to handle for anyone. There are fewer problems in small airports and friendlier and more personal attendants and air marshals. 

Precautions When Looking for Cheap Flights

Traveling by plane is commonplace. It used to be that the rich were the ones on planes, but now, the previously 'less fortunate' travelers are readily traveling by air as plane tickets become more and more affordable. Not only are plane tickets now more affordable, they are definitely easier to acquire. And with the popularity of these new cheap plane flights, comes the downfalls that will always follow something good. Learn more about saving on plane flights thanks to the Asheville Airport.


Don't go with the first deal


Never hop onto the first deal you find. Why? Because you will almost always find a better deal later on. That is, assuming, that you didn't find this deal a week before you are going to leave on your excursion. There are literally hundreds and hundreds of online booking companies and websites. You should look at all of them, numerous times if you are going to find the best deal possible. So, the main point is "Shop Around". TIP: Sometimes more than one company will offer the same price. Make sure to check that there aren't any hidden feeds or differences you might have not noticed.
Second tip: Consider different airport fees that you will have to add into the total cost. Such as baggage fees. Some places (travel agencies) can give package deals. Look for these Package Deals when viewing the deals.

Don't Be Rigid


Ok, so you want to be there for Christmas in scenic Asheville. Yes, makes sure your flight leaves before the 25th of December. Want to go visit your Aunt for a relaxing vacation? Look before and after a possible date. Sometimes those deals will pop up after or before you might have originally like to leave.

Also, don't forget about indirect plane routes. The cheapest flight isn't always the quickest or most direct flight. Unlike a car ride, it really doesn't matter that much how you get there as long as you get there. Waiting an extra hour by going into Atlanta instead of Charlotte might be the best choice for your pocket.

Layovers aren't even that bad. Most people can enjoy shopping. The Asheville Airport has several local shops inter spliced into the normality stores like Starbucks. Asheville Airport and most airports offer very comfortable seats that are designed to make layovers more comfortable. And maybe you want top spend some time viewing the really cool history displays of Asheville.

Now, yes, you might want to be at your family's house for Christmas. But, traveling during the holidays is much more expensive. If it won't kill you, consider traveling during the 'off season'. Its not just the money you will have to fork out when traveling during the peak seasons, you will also have to deal with the long lines in most airports. The Asheville Regional Airport is relatively small, which is nice. Even during the holidays and prime time traveling seasons, the Asheville Regional will be undoubtedly quicker than its contemporaries.