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OP, I live in SW FL and I've been researching WNC for over a year now. Following these forums has been very helpful, also searching past posts. Asheville is a bit pricey for us so we are looking more towards Waynesville / Sylva area, possibly Weaverville too. I don't want to live where traffic is awfully comparable to here, lol. However, I definitely recommend coming up and checking out the area, even if just a long weekend. Someone else mentioned Allegiant previously, and I second that. I see many cheap flights directly into Asheville and even Greenville, SC from Punta Gorda that are around $100.
Best of luck on your search!
Although I was not researching flights from FL, I also have noticed that flights into Greenville are much more affordable.
Although I was not researching flights from FL, I also have noticed that flights into Greenville are much more affordable.
Also check Charlotte. Often a direct flight into Charlotte is the cheapest option and the 2 hour drive to Asheville is frequently faster than a connecting flight int AVL or GSP.