Asheville from Minneapolis, 16 – 18 Oct: £1,442 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Comfort Suites Outlet Center, rated 8.1 by 554 guests
- Free cancellation at Comfort Suites Outlet Center
- Highs 57–81°F, little rain expected
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 7h 49m 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 Minneapolis, 16 – 18 Oct 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £526 per person (United, 1 stop, 7h 49m). Hotels start at £195 a night; Highs 57–81°F, little rain expected.
The total, before you go
£1,442 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £1,052 |
| Comfort Suites Outlet Center, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £390 |
| The total, before you go | £1,442 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag on United, £121 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
£526 per person, return
£1,052 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 7h 49m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 5:45 AM – Fri, Oct 16, 2:34 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | £526 | 1 stop | 7h 49m |
| United. Operated by Gojet Airlines DBA United Express | £526 | 1 stop | 4h 43m |
| United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | £526 | 1 stop | 4h 40m |
Prices checked 14 Oct 2026, 14:26 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: $698 round trip.
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 57–81°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 16 Oct | 81 °F | 47 °F | 25% |
| Sat 17 Oct | 57 °F | 40 °F | 25% |
| Sun 18 Oct | 59 °F | 36 °F | 4% |
Where to stay in Asheville
Comfort Suites Outlet Center
£390 for 2 nights, two guests · £195 a night
See roomsGLo Hotel Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway
£457 for 2 nights, two guests · £228 a night
See roomsBrookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
£404 for 2 nights, two guests · £202 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Asheville for these dates
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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 Minneapolis | Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Asheville | Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 7h 49m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 858 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 2 nights in Asheville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £1,052 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Comfort Suites Outlet Center) | £390 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £392 |
| Total for two | £1,834 |
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: Minneapolis to Asheville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £526 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £341 (12 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £491 |
| Price checks | 12 |
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 Minneapolis cost?
About £1,834 for two: £1,052 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 57–81°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 Minneapolis to Asheville?
7h 49m with 1 stop on United, on the fare we found.
Is £526 a good price for Minneapolis to Asheville?
It is close to the typical £491 per person on this route; the dates and the weather made it a pick.
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