Great Smoky Mountains from Hartford, Oct 23–25: $1,440 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $79 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Zoders Inn and Suites, rated 8.2 by 1,812 guests
- Highs 71–73°F, little rain expected
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 41h 12m 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 Hartford to Great Smoky Mountains cost $562 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked, $79 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $142 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,408 for two, flights and Zoders Inn and Suites with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,440 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,124 |
| Zoders Inn and Suites, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $284 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $32 |
| The total, before you go | $1,440 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$79 per person below the typical fare on this route.
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); 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
$562 per person, round trip
$1,124 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + G4 · 2 stops · 41h 12m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 9:37 PM – Sat, Oct 24, 8:50 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 6:00 AM – Sun, Oct 25, 11:59 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| F9 + G4 | $562 | 2 stops | 41h 12m |
| Delta. Operated by Endeavor Air DBA Delta Connection | $717 | 1 stop | 4h 57m |
| F9 + G4 | $595 | 2 stops | 36h 22m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 2:03 AM EDT. 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: $562 round trip, 19% under the typical price.
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, Oct 23–25
Highs 71–73°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 71 °F | 49 °F | 4% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 72 °F | 50 °F | 12% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 73 °F | 50 °F | 38% |
Where to stay in Great Smoky Mountains
Zoders Inn and Suites
$284 for 2 nights, two guests · $142 a night
See roomsMarshall's Creek Rest Motel
$502 for 2 nights, two guests · $251 a night
See roomsSidney James Mountain Lodge
$452 for 2 nights, two guests · $226 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 Hartford | Bradley International (BDL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Great Smoky Mountains | Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 41h 12m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 717 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Great Smoky Mountains costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,124 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Zoders Inn and Suites) | $284 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $360 |
| Total for two | $1,768 |
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: Hartford to Great Smoky Mountains
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $562 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $459 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $641 |
| Price checks | 9 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers 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 Hartford cost?
About $1,768 for two: $1,124 in flights, $284 for the hotel and $360 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Great Smoky Mountains Oct 23–25?
Highs 71–73°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Great Smoky Mountains?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Great Smoky Mountains.
How long is the flight from Hartford to Great Smoky Mountains?
41h 12m with 2 stops on F9 + G4, on the fare we found.
Is $562 a good price for Hartford to Great Smoky Mountains?
It is 12% below the typical $641 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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