Asheville from Richmond, 23 – 25 Oct: £1,236 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- £25 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Comfort Suites Outlet Center, rated 8.2 by 556 guests
- Free cancellation at Comfort Suites Outlet Center
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 51h 22m 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 Richmond, 23 – 25 Oct 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £419 per person (B6 + G4, 1 stop, 51h 22m), 6% below the typical £444 on this route. Hotels start at £179 a night; Highs 70–71°F, little rain expected.
The total, before you go
£1,236 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £837 |
| Comfort Suites Outlet Center, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £358 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £41 |
| The total, before you go | £1,236 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £136 |
£25 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £34 each way per bag on JetBlue, £136 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
£419 per person, return
£837 for two, taxes and fees included · B6 + G4 · 1 stop · 51h 22m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 4:51 PM – Sat, Oct 24, 6:00 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 6:00 AM – Mon, Oct 26, 8:13 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| B6 + G4 | £419 | 1 stop | 51h 22m |
| MX + G4 | £635 | 2 stops | 34h 54m |
| B6 + G4 | £424 | 1 stop | 32h 26m |
Prices checked 16 Oct 2026, 02:46 GMT-4. 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: $555 round trip, 7% 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, 23 – 25 Oct
Highs 70–71°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 23 Oct | 71 °F | 43 °F | 3% |
| Sat 24 Oct | 70 °F | 45 °F | 3% |
| Sun 25 Oct | 70 °F | 42 °F | 3% |
Where to stay in Asheville
Comfort Suites Outlet Center
£358 for 2 nights, two guests · £179 a night
See roomsHoliday Inn Asheville East-Blue Ridge Pkwy by IHG
£521 for 2 nights, two guests · £260 a night
See roomsQuality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd
£363 for 2 nights, two guests · £182 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 Richmond | Richmond International (RIC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Asheville | Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 51h 22m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 314 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Asheville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £838 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Comfort Suites Outlet Center) | £358 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £393 |
| Total for two | £1,588 |
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: Richmond to Asheville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £419 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £331 (16 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £444 |
| Price checks | 18 |
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 Richmond cost?
About £1,588 for two: £838 in flights, £358 for the hotel and £393 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Asheville 23 – 25 Oct?
Highs 70–71°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 Richmond to Asheville?
51h 22m with 1 stop on B6 + G4, on the fare we found.
Is £419 a good price for Richmond to Asheville?
It is 6% below the typical £444 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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