Great Smoky Mountains from Salt Lake City, Oct 23–25: round trip from $658
Round-trip flights on F9 + G4 from Salt Lake City to Great Smoky Mountains cost $658 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked, $133 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Three places to stay start at $226 a night for the 2-night stay. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The flight
$791 $658 per person, round trip
the highest fare we saw for these dates
$1,316 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + G4 · 2 stops · 40h 4m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 8:19 PM – Sat, Oct 24, 8:50 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 9:29 PM – Mon, Oct 26, 1:02 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| F9 + G4 | $658 | 2 stops | 40h 4m |
| F9 + G4 | $678 | 2 stops | 33h 22m |
| F9 + G4 | $679 | 2 stops | 33h |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 12:52 PM MDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,316 |
| Sidney James Mountain Lodge, 2 nights | $452 |
| Trip total for two | $1,768 |
Regular: $2,034 You pay: $1,768 Saved: $266
the highest fare we saw for these dates.
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Why Great Smoky Mountains
Why we picked it: Great Smoky Mountains is the best value we priced for the weekend: $658 round trip.
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 65–77°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 77 °F | 53 °F | 13% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 77 °F | 57 °F | 17% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 65 °F | 49 °F | 26% |
Where to stay in Great Smoky Mountains
Sidney James Mountain Lodge
$452 for 2 nights, two guests · $226 a night
See roomsHistoric Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel
$1,508 for 2 nights, two guests · $754 a night
See roomsThe Wander Hotel by Wyndham
$496 for 2 nights, two guests · $248 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 Salt Lake City | Salt Lake City International (SLC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Great Smoky Mountains | Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 40h 4m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 1,572 miles each way |
| Time difference | +2 hours |
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What 2 nights in Great Smoky Mountains costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,316 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Sidney James Mountain Lodge) | $452 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $360 |
| Total for two | $2,128 |
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: Salt Lake City to Great Smoky Mountains
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $658 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $641 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- 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 Salt Lake City cost?
About $2,128 for two: $1,316 in flights, $452 for the hotel and $360 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Great Smoky Mountains Oct 23–25?
Highs 65–77°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Great Smoky Mountains?
No. For US citizens a government photo ID is enough on this trip.
How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Great Smoky Mountains?
40h 4m with 2 stops on F9 + G4, on the fare we found.
Is $658 a good price for Salt Lake City to Great Smoky Mountains?
We have 4 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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