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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Franklin has to offer.

When to visit Franklin

Franklin in January
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Franklin in January
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Franklin in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Franklin, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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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 81 km from Franklin. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Porter Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 183 km from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 81 km from Franklin. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Porter Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 183 km from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Franklin

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Franklin

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,521 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,012 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,662 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,450 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,288 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,906 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,109 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,476 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

Most booked hotels in Franklin

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Carolina Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 695 reviews)
$110+
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Hampton Inn Franklin
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 190 reviews)
$188+
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Colonial Inn Franklin
2 stars
Good (7.5, 295 reviews)
$86+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Franklin
2 stars
Good (7, 875 reviews)
$136+
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Hilltop Inn
3 stars
Good (6.9, 265 reviews)
$69+
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A Sapphire Inn
2 stars
Good (6.9, 465 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Franklin

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Franklin, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Franklin, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

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