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When to visit
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 September
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Franklin in September
Estimated hotel price
$103
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, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 19m.

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 Ace and Turo, 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, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 19m.

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 Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Franklin

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Franklin

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,714 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,363 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,524 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,953 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,561 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,923 reviews)
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Where to stay in Franklin

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Colonial Inn Franklin and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Franklin.

Where to stay in popular areas of Franklin

Most booked hotels in Franklin

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Carolina Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 700 reviews)
$109+
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Hampton Inn Franklin
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 205 reviews)
$160+
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Quality Inn Franklin
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 333 reviews)
$134+
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Colonial Inn Franklin
2 stars
Good (7.7, 306 reviews)
$74+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Franklin
2 stars
Good (6.9, 889 reviews)
$120+
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Hilltop Inn
3 stars
Good (6.8, 271 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Franklin

Renting a car in Franklin costs $92 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Asheville Regional.

Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. The most frequently booked car type in Franklin is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 27% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Franklin costs $92 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Asheville Regional.

Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. The most frequently booked car type in Franklin is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 27% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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