Asheville from Minneapolis, Oct 23–25: $1,688 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Fare at $596 per person, $16 under the $612 typical
- Clear forecast all weekend, highs 62–73°F, 4% rain chance
- Peak fall foliage on the Blue Ridge Parkway
The catch: Two stops and 29h 19m of travel, landing 11:04 PM Friday; a checked bag is about $240 for two and isn't in the total.
Worth it if one full Saturday of foliage, hikes and breweries is enough for you; skip it if a long travel day ruins the weekend.
Worth it if you can handle a long travel day: $1,688 for two covers the flights at $1,192, the hotel at $445 and $51 in fees paid at the property, with taxes and fees included. It's 2 nights, Oct 23–25, 2026, on F9 + G4 (Frontier and Allegiant) with two stops, not a nonstop. Checked bags and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$1,688 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,192 |
| Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $445 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $51 |
| The total, before you go | $1,688 |
| 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); 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
$596 per person, round trip
$1,192 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + G4 · 2 stops · 29h 19m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 10:51 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 11:04 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 7:00 AM – Mon, Oct 26, 12:06 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| F9 + G4 | $596 | 2 stops | 29h 19m |
| SY + G4 | $639 | 2 stops | 25h 35m |
| F9 + G4 | $617 | 1 stop | 27h 45m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 7:08 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $596 per person, the fare is $16, or 3%, under the $612 median of 16 earlier checks on this route, and the weekend falls at peak fall foliage on the Parkway. The forecast is clear all three days, with highs of 71°F, 73°F and 62°F, lows down to 40°F and a 4% rain chance. That means a jacket in the morning and hiking weather by noon. The $1,688 total for two covers the flights, 2 nights at Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel, and its $51 property fees, and the room has free cancellation. Heads-up: the season note says these are also the busiest weekends, so expect company at the overlooks and the Estate. Prices are as we found them when we checked and can change. It's a good fit if Saturday is the day you want.
The kind of trip this is
A fall nature-and-food weekend in the mountains: a scenic drive, a waterfall hike, a brewery crawl and live bluegrass after dark. It suits a couple or two friends who like to pack a lot into one big day and don't mind a long trip in and out. The pace is fast. You'll have Saturday in full and slower evenings around town.
Weather in Asheville, Oct 23–25
Highs 62–73°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 71 °F | 41 °F | 4% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 73 °F | 46 °F | 4% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 62 °F | 40 °F | 4% |
Where to stay in Asheville
We checked three hotels. Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel is the best value: $445 for the stay ($223 a night), scored 7.7 from 913 reviews, room only, with free cancellation and $51 in fees paid at the property. Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville is the top rated: 9.3 from 222 reviews, a one-bedroom king suite with breakfast, $748 for the stay ($374 a night), free cancellation and $86 in property fees. Best Western Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway is our budget pick: $523 ($262 a night), 8.3 from 1,417 reviews, breakfast included, $60 in property fees and no free cancellation. Biltmore Village puts you at the gates of the Biltmore Estate. Downtown Asheville is the place for breweries, music venues and galleries on foot.
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
$445 for 2 nights, two guests · $223 a night
See roomsHomewood Suites by Hilton Asheville
$748 for 2 nights, two guests · $374 a night
See roomsBest Western Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway
$523 for 2 nights, two guests · $262 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
- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway to Craggy Gardens while the foliage is at its peak
- Tour the Biltmore Estate and its gardens, starting from Biltmore Village
- Hike to Catawba Falls or Mount Mitchell on clear Saturday, high of 73°F
- Tour the breweries from Wicked Weed to Sierra Nevada
- Hear bluegrass at the Grey Eagle or the Orange Peel
- Eat your way through the River Arts District's converted mills
Tours and tickets in Asheville
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Minneapolis | Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Asheville | Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 29h 19m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 858 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 2 nights in Asheville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,192 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel) | $445 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $2,157 |
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: Minneapolis to Asheville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $596 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $452 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $612 |
| Price checks | 16 |
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; you pay in US dollars and Asheville is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis.
- Flights go from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP) to Asheville Regional (AVL), 858 miles, with two stops.
- The outbound leaves 10:51 AM Friday and lands 11:04 PM; the return leaves 7:00 AM Sunday and lands 12:06 AM Monday.
- The total doesn't cover checked bags (about $240 for two) or spending money; we budget $520 for the weekend.
- October is peak fall foliage on the Parkway and brings the busiest weekends of the year.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it if you're fine with a long travel day. The fare is $596 per person, 3% under the $612 typical, and the forecast is clear at peak foliage. The catch is two stops and a late Friday arrival, which leaves Saturday as your one full day.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,688, all in: flights at $1,192, Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel at $445 for 2 nights, and $51 in property fees. That's as we found it when we checked. Checked bags, about $240 for two, and spending money aren't included.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP) to Asheville Regional (AVL), paid in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Clear all three days. Friday's high is 71°F, Saturday's is 73°F and Sunday's is 62°F, with lows of 40–46°F and a 4% chance of rain each day. Pack a layer for mornings on the Parkway.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's tight. You land at 11:04 PM Friday and fly out at 7:00 AM Sunday, so Saturday is your full day. That's enough for the Parkway or the Biltmore Estate, plus dinner and bluegrass.
Which hotel should we pick?
For value, Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel at $445 with free cancellation. For the top score, Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville at 9.3 with breakfast, $748. Best Western Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway is $523 with breakfast but no free cancellation.
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