Great Smoky Mountains from Philadelphia, 23 – 25 Oct: £1,022 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Sidney James Mountain Lodge, rated 8.1 by 3,299 guests
- Highs 71–74°F, little rain expected
- No passport needed
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 19h 43m in all.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Great Smoky Mountains is 2 nights from Philadelphia, 23 – 25 Oct 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £322 per person (G4, 2 stops, 19h 43m). Hotels start at £171 a night; Highs 71–74°F, little rain expected.
The total, before you go
£1,022 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £642 |
| Sidney James Mountain Lodge, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £341 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £39 |
| The total, before you go | £1,022 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £151 |
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £38 each way per bag on Allegiant, £151 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£322 per person, return
£642 for two, taxes and fees included · Allegiant · 2 stops · 19h 43m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 3:37 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 5:37 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 6:00 AM – Sun, Oct 25, 11:43 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant | £322 | 2 stops | 19h 43m |
| F9 + G4 | £370 | 2 stops | 33h 20m |
| Allegiant | £346 | 1 stop | 16h 45m |
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026, 22:01 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Great Smoky Mountains
Why we picked it: Great Smoky Mountains is the best value we priced for the weekend: $426 round trip.
The Smokies are the most-visited national park in the country, with misty ridges, black bears, wildflowers and the family fun of Dollywood next door.
Weather in Great Smoky Mountains, 23 – 25 Oct
Highs 71–74°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 23 Oct | 71 °F | 48 °F | 2% |
| Sat 24 Oct | 74 °F | 51 °F | 2% |
| Sun 25 Oct | 71 °F | 49 °F | 5% |
Where to stay in Great Smoky Mountains
Sidney James Mountain Lodge
£341 for 2 nights, two guests · £171 a night
See roomsMarshall's Creek Rest Motel
£379 for 2 nights, two guests · £189 a night
See roomsThe Gillette
£374 for 2 nights, two guests · £187 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Great Smoky Mountains for these dates
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Where in Great Smoky Mountains
- Gatlinburg: Walkable resort town at the park entrance with cabins in the hills.
- Pigeon Forge: Family attractions, dinner shows and Dollywood.
- Sevierville: Lower-cost hotels and cabin rentals a short drive out.
- Townsend: The quiet side of the Smokies, near Cades Cove.
- Bryson City, NC: Small-town base on the North Carolina side with the scenic railroad.
What to do in Great Smoky Mountains
Signature experiences
- Drive the Cades Cove loop at dawn for bears and deer
- Hike to the Clingmans Dome observation tower
- Spend a day at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge
- Walk the Gatlinburg SkyBridge
- Hike to Laurel Falls or Alum Cave Bluffs
- See the synchronous fireflies at Elkmont in June
Tours and tickets in Great Smoky Mountains
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Philadelphia | Philadelphia International (PHL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Great Smoky Mountains | Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 19h 43m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 541 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Great Smoky Mountains costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £643 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Sidney James Mountain Lodge) | £341 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £272 |
| Total for two | £1,256 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a mid-range destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Philadelphia to Great Smoky Mountains
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £322 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £220 (15 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £294 |
| Price checks | 13 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Great Smoky Mountains.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Peak fall foliage and the busiest weekends of the year
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in Great Smoky Mountains from Philadelphia cost?
About £1,256 for two: £643 in flights, £341 for the hotel and £272 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Great Smoky Mountains 23 – 25 Oct?
Highs 71–74°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Great Smoky Mountains?
No. No passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Great Smoky Mountains.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Great Smoky Mountains?
19h 43m with 2 stops on G4, on the fare we found.
Is £322 a good price for Philadelphia to Great Smoky Mountains?
It is close to the typical £294 per person on this route; the dates and the weather made it a pick.
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