Asheville from Chicago, 16 – 18 Oct: £1,155 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Free cancellation at Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
- Highs 60–80°F, little rain expected
- No passport needed
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 42h 48m in all.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Asheville is 2 nights from Chicago, 16 – 18 Oct 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £383 per person (F9 + G4, 2 stops, 42h 48m). Hotels start at £195 a night; Highs 60–80°F, little rain expected.
The total, before you go
£1,155 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £765 |
| Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £390 |
| The total, before you go | £1,155 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £181 |
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £45 each way per bag on Frontier, £181 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£383 per person, return
£765 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + G4 · 2 stops · 42h 48m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 8:11 PM – Sat, Oct 17, 10:25 PM · back Sun, Oct 18, 7:50 AM – Mon, Oct 19, 12:24 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| F9 + G4 | £383 | 2 stops | 42h 48m |
| F9 + G4 | £397 | 1 stop | 36h 17m |
| F9 + G4 | £430 | 2 stops | 31h 44m |
Prices checked 13 Oct 2026, 12:30 GMT-5. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Asheville
Why we picked it: Asheville is the best value we priced for the weekend: $508 round trip, 5% under the typical price.
Asheville mixes the Biltmore Estate and the Blue Ridge Parkway with one of the densest craft-brewery scenes in the country and a creative mountain-town spirit.
Weather in Asheville, 16 – 18 Oct
Highs 60–80°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 16 Oct | 80 °F | 47 °F | 13% |
| Sat 17 Oct | 62 °F | 37 °F | 5% |
| Sun 18 Oct | 60 °F | 37 °F | 0% |
Where to stay in Asheville
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
£390 for 2 nights, two guests · £195 a night
See roomsCambria Hotel Downtown Asheville
£956 for 2 nights, two guests · £478 a night
See roomsComfort Inn Biltmore West
£397 for 2 nights, two guests · £199 a night
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Where in Asheville
- Downtown Asheville: Art Deco streets with breweries, music venues and galleries on foot.
- Biltmore Village: Inns and shops at the gates of the Biltmore Estate.
- River Arts District: Converted mills with studios and riverside restaurants.
- West Asheville: Local bars and cafes along Haywood Road.
- Black Mountain: Small mountain town 15 miles east with craft shops and trailheads.
What to do in Asheville
Signature experiences
- Tour the Biltmore Estate and its gardens
- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway to Craggy Gardens
- Tour the breweries from Wicked Weed to Sierra Nevada
- Hear bluegrass at the Grey Eagle or the Orange Peel
- Hike to Catawba Falls or Mount Mitchell
- Eat your way through the River Arts District
Tours and tickets in Asheville
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Chicago | Chicago O'Hare International (ORD), Chicago Midway International (MDW) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Asheville | Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 42h 48m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 513 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 2 nights in Asheville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £766 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel) | £390 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £392 |
| Total for two | £1,547 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Chicago to Asheville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £383 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £363 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £400 |
| Price checks | 20 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Asheville.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Peak fall foliage on the Parkway and the busiest weekends
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in Asheville from Chicago cost?
About £1,547 for two: £766 in flights, £390 for the hotel and £392 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Asheville 16 – 18 Oct?
Highs 60–80°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Asheville?
No. No passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Asheville.
How long is the flight from Chicago to Asheville?
42h 48m with 2 stops on F9 + G4, on the fare we found.
Is £383 a good price for Chicago to Asheville?
It is 4% below the typical £400 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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