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Where to stay
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Franklin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Franklin

With a population of 3,845, Franklin is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Franklin to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Franklin

Franklin in January
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Franklin in January
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Franklin in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 144 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Franklin, with an average rainfall of 86 mm.

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How to Get to Franklin

Plane

Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 51 miles from Franklin.

Plane

Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 51 miles from Franklin.

Airports near Franklin

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Franklin

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,542 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,997 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,494 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,037 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,993 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,400 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,392 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,553 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,232 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (886 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,119 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,469 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
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Where to stay in Franklin

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn Franklin and Colonial Inn Franklin.

Where to stay in popular areas of Franklin

Hiring a car in Franklin

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.86 and $25.14. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Franklin, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.86 and $25.14. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Franklin, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

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