Asheville, North Carolina
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) · NC · —
About Area Codes in Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville, North Carolina is served by area code 828, which was established in 1998 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Eastern time zone (UTC-5). All calls to and from Asheville use the 828 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Other cities in area code 828
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Asheville, North Carolina?
Asheville, North Carolina uses area code 828.
What time zone is Asheville in?
Asheville is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Asheville?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Asheville. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 828 created?
Area code 828 was established in 1998 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 828 with Asheville?
Other cities sharing area code 828 with Asheville include Black Mountain, Boone, Brevard, Hendersonville, Hickory, among others.
Asheville, NC · Eastern Time Zone