Asheville from Tampa, Oct 16–18: $1,576 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $500 per person, $29 below the typical fare on this route
- Peak fall foliage on the Blue Ridge Parkway for these dates
- Comfort Suites Outlet Center: breakfast, free cancellation, 8.1 from 554 reviews
The catch: The flight has one stop and takes 3h 50m, it's one of the busiest weekends of the season, and a checked bag is about $160 for two.
Worth it if you want fall color, mountain air and breweries in one weekend; skip it if crowds bother you or you need a nonstop.
Worth it if you're fine with one stop and fall-weekend crowds. The total for two is $1,576, with taxes and fees included: $1,000 for the flights, $517 for 2 nights at Comfort Suites Outlet Center and the hotel's $59 fee paid at the property, for Oct 16–18, 2026. You fly American, operated by Piedmont Airlines as American Eagle, with one stop, leaving Tampa on Friday at 5:22 PM and landing at 9:12 PM.
The total, before you go
$1,576 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,000 |
| Comfort Suites Outlet Center, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $517 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $59 |
| The total, before you go | $1,576 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$29 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on American, $160 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
$500 per person, round trip
$1,000 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by Piedmont Airlines as American Eagle · 1 stop · 3h 50m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 5:22 PM – Fri, Oct 16, 9:12 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by Piedmont Airlines as American Eagle | $500 | 1 stop | 3h 50m |
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle + Envoy Air as American Eagle | $500 | 1 stop | 4h 6m |
| American. Operated by Piedmont Airlines as American Eagle | $506 | 1 stop | 5h 40m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 5:18 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $500 per person, $29 below the typical fare on this route, or about 5% under. It's also the lowest of the 12 offers we checked, which went as high as $672. That makes the weekend $1,576 for two, covering flights, 2 nights with breakfast and the $59 property fee. A checked bag and spending money are extra. Mid-October is peak fall foliage on the Parkway, and the forecast looks good for it. Friday reaches 81°F with a 19% chance of drizzle. Saturday is overcast at 57°F, and Sunday is clear at 59°F, with lows down to 36°F, so pack a warm jacket. It's a quick, easy getaway: mountain color, a Biltmore tour and a night of live music, with no passport and no time change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a fall getaway to a mountain town, with nature by day and food and beer by night. Think a scenic drive, a short hike and a Biltmore tour, then bluegrass and a brewery downtown. It suits couples and friends who like to keep moving without rushing. Two nights works if you plan one big day out on Saturday and save the clear Sunday morning for a slow walk.
Weather in Asheville, Oct 16–18
Highs 57–81°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 81 °F | 47 °F | 19% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 57 °F | 40 °F | 18% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 59 °F | 36 °F | 3% |
Where to stay in Asheville
Our pick is Comfort Suites Outlet Center at $517 for 2 nights ($259 a night), plus $59 paid at the property. You get a King Suite with breakfast and free cancellation, and it scores 8.1 from 554 reviews. The top-rated option is GLo Hotel Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway, with 8.9 from 1,905 reviews. It costs $606 for the stay plus $70 at the property and includes breakfast, but there's no free cancellation. Comfort Inn Biltmore West is $527 plus $61 at the property, scores 8.5 from 203 reviews and has free cancellation, but breakfast isn't included. For evenings, Downtown Asheville has Art Deco streets with breweries, music venues and galleries you can walk to. Biltmore Village has inns and shops right at the gates of the Biltmore Estate.
Comfort Suites Outlet Center
$517 for 2 nights, two guests · $259 a night
See roomsGLo Hotel Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway
$606 for 2 nights, two guests · $303 a night
See roomsComfort Inn Biltmore West
$527 for 2 nights, two guests · $264 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 while the fall color is out
- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway to Craggy Gardens on clear Sunday morning
- Tour the breweries from Wicked Weed to Sierra Nevada
- Hear bluegrass at the Grey Eagle or the Orange Peel on Saturday night
- Hike to Catawba Falls or Mount Mitchell, and pack layers for 36°F mornings
- Eat your way through the River Arts District's converted mills and riverside restaurants
Tours and tickets in Asheville
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Tampa | Tampa International (TPA), St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Asheville | Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 3h 50m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 528 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Asheville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,000 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Comfort Suites Outlet Center) | $517 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $2,037 |
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: Tampa to Asheville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $500 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $414 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $529 |
| Price checks | 8 |
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 on the same time as Tampa.
- The outbound flight takes 3h 50m with one stop, from Tampa International (TPA) to Asheville Regional (AVL).
- The $1,576 total doesn't include a checked bag, about $160 for two, or spending money, which we put at $520 for two.
- October is peak fall foliage on the Parkway and brings some of the busiest weekends.
- Comfort Suites Outlet Center and Comfort Inn Biltmore West offer free cancellation. GLo Hotel Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway doesn't.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a one-stop flight and busy fall crowds don't bother you. The fare is $29 per person below the typical fare on this route, the hotel includes breakfast and free cancellation, and the forecast shows little rain for peak foliage.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,576 for two, with taxes and fees included: $1,000 for flights, $517 for 2 nights at Comfort Suites Outlet Center and its $59 fee paid at the property. A checked bag costs about $160 for two on top of that. Prices are as we found them and can change.
What is the weather like?
Friday reaches 81°F with a 19% chance of drizzle. Saturday is overcast at 57°F, and Sunday is clear at 59°F with a 3% chance of rain. Nights drop to 40°F and 36°F, so bring a warm layer.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, you pay in US dollars and there's no time difference from Tampa.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a long weekend, yes. You land Friday at 9:12 PM, so Saturday is your full day for the Biltmore Estate or the Parkway, with bluegrass or breweries that night. Sunday's clear forecast is good for a short hike or drive.
Which flight is it?
American, operated by Piedmont Airlines as American Eagle. It has one stop, leaves Tampa on Friday, Oct 16 at 5:22 PM and arrives at 9:12 PM, which is 3h 50m in total. The fare is $500 per person.
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