Direct (nonstop) flights from Asheville to Chicago

1 airline flys nonstop from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Chicago Midway International (MDW). It's 520 miles (837 km), about 1h 44m in the air. Operated by Allegiant Air.

AVL
Asheville Regional Airport
🇺🇸 Asheville, USA
MDW
Chicago Midway International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
520 mi
837 km
CO₂/pax
96 kg
−68 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Allegiant Air
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Allegiant Air Allegiant Air

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Allegiant Air G4 Allegiant Air
Route
AVL → MDW
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
520 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Asheville to Chicago with one stop · direct emits 96 kg CO₂ per passenger

AVL ATL (Atlanta) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 7m (165 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (590 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → ATL
1h 7m · 165 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → MDW
1h 55m · 590 mi
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AVL CLT (Charlotte) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 13m (91 mi) Leg 2: 2h (583 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → CLT
1h 13m · 91 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → MDW
2h · 583 mi
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AVL DCA (Washington) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 37m (383 mi) Leg 2: 2h (600 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+116% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → DCA
1h 37m · 383 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → MDW
2h · 600 mi
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AVL VPS (Fort Walton Beach) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 28m (412 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (781 mi) Total: ~3h 46m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+156% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → VPS
1h 28m · 412 mi
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Leg 2
VPS → MDW
2h 18m · 781 mi
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AVL MSP (Minneapolis) MDW
Leg 1: 2h 30m (861 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (349 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+159% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → MSP
2h 30m · 861 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → MDW
1h 30m · 349 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Asheville to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from Asheville (AVL) to Chicago (MDW) takes approximately 1 hours and 44 minutes. The distance is 520 miles (837 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Asheville to Chicago?

Just Allegiant Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Asheville to Chicago?

Yes. 1 airline: Allegiant Air.

How far is Asheville from Chicago?

The flight distance from Asheville to Chicago is 520 miles (837 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Asheville to Chicago?

At 1h 44m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Asheville to Chicago?

Roughly 96 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 480 km.

Is the return flight from Chicago to Asheville also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Asheville to Chicago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Asheville Regional Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.