Great Smoky Mountains from Nashville, Oct 30–Nov 1: $1,112 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $88 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Zoders Inn and Suites, rated 8.2 by 1,812 guests
- Typical highs 60–65°F, lows near 49°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 29h 20m 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 Nashville to Great Smoky Mountains cost $398 per person for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026 when we checked, $88 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: $1,080 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
$1,112 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $796 |
| Zoders Inn and Suites, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $284 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $32 |
| The total, before you go | $1,112 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$88 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
$398 per person, round trip
$796 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + G4 · 2 stops · 29h 20m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 9:43 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 9:41 PM · back Sun, Nov 1, 6:00 AM – Sun, Nov 1, 11:22 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| F9 + G4 | $398 | 2 stops | 29h 20m |
| Southwest | $447 | nonstop | 1h |
| Allegiant | $415 | 2 stops | 26h 53m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 1:15 AM CDT. 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: $398 round trip, 18% 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 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 60–65°F, lows near 49°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 65 °F | 51 °F | Rain |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 64 °F | 50 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 60 °F | 46 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Great Smoky Mountains
Zoders Inn and Suites
$284 for 2 nights, two guests · $142 a night
See roomsHotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
$711 for 2 nights, two guests · $356 a night
See roomsRiver Terrace Resort & Convention Center
$384 for 2 nights, two guests · $192 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 Nashville | Nashville International (BNA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Great Smoky Mountains | Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 29h 20m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 186 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 2 nights in Great Smoky Mountains costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $796 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Zoders Inn and Suites) | $284 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $360 |
| Total for two | $1,440 |
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: Nashville to Great Smoky Mountains
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $398 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $310 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $486 |
| Price checks | 11 |
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 Nashville cost?
About $1,440 for two: $796 in flights, $284 for the hotel and $360 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Great Smoky Mountains Oct 30–Nov 1?
Typical highs 60–65°F, lows near 49°F this time of year
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 Nashville to Great Smoky Mountains?
29h 20m with 2 stops on F9 + G4, on the fare we found.
Is $398 a good price for Nashville to Great Smoky Mountains?
It is 18% below the typical $486 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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