Asheville from Fort Lauderdale, Oct 23–25: $974 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Allegiant, 2h 1m
- $73 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
The catch: Heads-up for these dates: Peak fall foliage on the Parkway and the busiest weekends.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Nonstop round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Asheville on Allegiant were $259 per person ($518 for two) for Oct 23–25, 2026, 2 nights, when we checked. The forecast is overcast with highs of 72–77°F and little rain. Our best-value hotel, Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd, is $456 for the stay with breakfast.
The total, before you go
$974 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $518 |
| Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $456 |
| The total, before you go | $974 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $200 |
$73 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $50 each way per bag on Allegiant, $200 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
$259 per person, round trip
$518 for two, taxes and fees included · Allegiant · nonstop · 2h 1m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 6:00 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 8:01 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant | $259 | nonstop | 2h 1m |
| F9 + G4 | $293 | 2 stops | 22h |
| Allegiant | $259 | nonstop | 2h 1m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 7:33 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
$259 per person round trip, or $518 for two, nonstop on Allegiant. That's $73 below the typical fare on this route, which is $332 per person, the median of our earlier checks, so it's 22% less. It's also flagged Lowest in 30 days: the 12 offers we saw ranged from $259 to $513. Late October is peak fall foliage on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and those are the busiest weekends, so the timing is the whole point. The forecast shows highs of 72–77°F, lows of 48–54°F and rain chances of 8% to 19%. The 6:00 AM flight lands at 8:01 AM, which leaves most of Friday free for a Parkway drive or a brewery crawl. Prices are all-in, taxes and fees included, as found when we checked, and they can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a long weekend in the mountains built around nature and food: leaf-peeping on the Parkway by day, craft beer and bluegrass by night. It suits a couple or a pair of friends who want a change of air from South Florida without a long trip. The pace is easy, with a 2h 1m flight, no time change and plenty to fill two full days without rushing.
Weather in Asheville, Oct 23–25
Highs 72–77°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 72 °F | 48 °F | 8% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 77 °F | 51 °F | 12% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 75 °F | 54 °F | 19% |
Where to stay in Asheville
Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd is the best value: $456 for both nights ($228 a night), with breakfast, free cancellation and a 7.6 review score from 356 reviews. Comfort Suites Outlet Center is our budget pick at $474 ($237 a night), also with breakfast and free cancellation, and it scores higher at 8.2 from 554 reviews. The Windsor - Asheville is the top-rated stay, 9.5 from 150 reviews, with a King Suite in Downtown Asheville for $1,929 ($965 a night), room only and without free cancellation. Downtown Asheville puts Art Deco streets, breweries, music venues and galleries within walking distance. Biltmore Village has inns and shops right at the gates of the Biltmore Estate, so it's handy if the house tour is your main plan.
Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd
$456 for 2 nights, two guests · $228 a night
See roomsThe Windsor - Asheville
$1,929 for 2 nights, two guests · $965 a night
See roomsComfort Suites Outlet Center
$474 for 2 nights, two guests · $237 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
- Tour the Biltmore Estate and its gardens, then browse the shops in Biltmore Village.
- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway to Craggy Gardens during peak fall foliage.
- Do a brewery run from Wicked Weed to Sierra Nevada.
- Catch bluegrass at the Grey Eagle or the Orange Peel on Saturday night.
- Hike to Catawba Falls or Mount Mitchell, or stop in Black Mountain, 15 miles east.
- Eat your way through the River Arts District, among converted mills and studios.
Also worth it
- Tour the breweries from Wicked Weed to Sierra Nevada
- Hear bluegrass at the Grey Eagle or the Orange Peel
Tours and tickets in Asheville
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Asheville | Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 2h 1m nonstop |
| Distance | 670 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Asheville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $518 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd) | $456 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,494 |
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: Fort Lauderdale to Asheville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $259 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $259 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $332 |
| Price checks | 9 |
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
- No passport needed, the currency is the US dollar, and there's no time difference with Fort Lauderdale.
- The nonstop flight is 2h 1m, about 670 miles from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) to Asheville Regional (AVL).
- October is peak fall foliage on the Parkway and brings the busiest weekends, so plan around crowds.
- Both Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd and Comfort Suites Outlet Center include breakfast and free cancellation. The Windsor - Asheville is room only and not free to cancel.
- The $259 fare is all-in, taxes and fees included, as found when we checked. Prices can change.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
$259 per person round trip, $518 for two, nonstop on Allegiant. That's $73 below the typical fare on this route of $332, or 22% less. It's an all-in price as found when we checked, and it can change.
What time does the flight leave?
We found two nonstop Allegiant departures on Friday, Oct 23, both at $259 per person: 6:00 AM, landing at 8:01 AM, and 6:23 PM, landing at 8:24 PM. Each one takes 2h 1m.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is overcast all three days, with highs of 72°F Friday, 77°F Saturday and 75°F Sunday. Lows run 48–54°F, and rain chances stay between 8% and 19%. Bring a layer for the mornings.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip in US dollars with no time difference, so a standard ID for the flight is all the trip asks of you.
What does the whole weekend cost?
Our budget for two comes to $1,494: $518 for flights, $456 for the Quality Inn Asheville Downtown Tunnel Rd and $520 for spending, which is $130 per person per day.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a first taste, yes. With the 6:00 AM flight you can spend one day on the Biltmore Estate, one on the Parkway or a hike, and both evenings on breweries and bluegrass. The foliage crowds are the trade-off.
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