Asheville from Chicago, Oct 16–18: $1,532 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.
Round-trip flights on F9 + G4 from Chicago to Asheville cost $508 per person for Oct 16–18, 2026 when we checked. Three places to stay start at $259 a night for the 2-night stay. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,532 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,015 |
| Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $517 |
| The total, before you go | $1,532 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); 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
$508 per person, round trip
$1,015 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 | $508 | 2 stops | 42h 48m |
| F9 + G4 | $527 | 1 stop | 36h 17m |
| F9 + G4 | $570 | 2 stops | 31h 44m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 12:30 PM CDT. 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, Oct 16–18
Highs 60–80°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 80 °F | 47 °F | 13% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 62 °F | 37 °F | 5% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 60 °F | 37 °F | 0% |
Where to stay in Asheville
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
$517 for 2 nights, two guests · $259 a night
See roomsCambria Hotel Downtown Asheville
$1,268 for 2 nights, two guests · $634 a night
See roomsComfort Inn Biltmore West
$527 for 2 nights, two guests · $264 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 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 | $1,016 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel) | $517 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $2,053 |
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 | $508 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $481 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $531 |
| Price checks | 20 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers 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 $2,053 for two: $1,016 in flights, $517 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Asheville Oct 16–18?
Highs 60–80°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Asheville?
No. No passport needed for travelers 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 $508 a good price for Chicago to Asheville?
It is 4% below the typical $531 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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