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Easiest airport close to Hiawassee

We will be traveling up to Hiawassee in the fall from Tampa. What is the closest airport with the easiest drive to Hiawassee? I am not a big fan of driving on interstates with heavy traffic so I was hoping to avoid Atlanta. Any suggestions? Thank you so much.

If you're looking to avoid Atlanta and minimize interstate driving, there are a few good options for airports near Hiawassee, GA that would make your trip a bit more relaxing. While there are no large international airports right in Hiawassee, there are a few regional airports that would offer a more direct and less stressful route. Here are some of the best options:

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - Chattanooga, TN (Approx. 1.5-2 hours drive): This airport is the closest regional airport to Hiawassee, and the drive is fairly simple and scenic. You’ll likely avoid heavy traffic, as the route will take you on U.S. highways rather than the major interstates like I-75 or I-85. Chattanooga itself is a smaller city, so traffic tends to be less intense than Atlanta.
  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - Asheville, NC (Approx. 2.5-3 hours drive): Asheville is another good option if you're willing to drive a bit further. The drive from Asheville to Hiawassee is scenic and avoids the heavy traffic of Atlanta. Asheville is a charming city, and the airport is manageable in terms of both size and ease of access.
  • Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) - Greenville, SC (Approx. 2.5 hours drive): Greenville is another convenient option with fewer crowds than Atlanta. The drive to Hiawassee from Greenville is relatively easy and allows you to bypass the larger highways around Atlanta, though it will be a slightly longer drive than Chattanooga.
  • Atlanta Hartfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) - Atlanta, GA (Approx. 2.5-3 hours drive): If you don’t mind driving a little longer or a bit of traffic, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson airport is a major hub with numerous flight options. While the traffic through Atlanta can be busy, if you time your arrival and departure outside of rush hour, the drive can still be manageable.

Tips: If avoiding heavy traffic is a priority, I recommend either Chattanooga or Asheville, as both routes will keep you on smaller roads and avoid the crowded interstates leading into Atlanta. The drives from Chattanooga and Asheville are also more scenic and relaxing, providing a more enjoyable experience on your way to Hiawassee.

Hope this helps, and enjoy your trip to Hiawassee!

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