Asheville from Tampa, Oct 30–Nov 1: $1,022 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Not worth it this week
- $318 per person, $182 below the typical fare on this route
- Breakfast included at Brookstone Lodge, rated 7.7 from 915 reviews
- Peak fall foliage on the Parkway, highs of 59–62°F
The catch: One stop each way adds up to 40h 36m of travel, so you land Saturday afternoon and pay for a hotel night you never use.
Worth it if you can take Monday off and are happy with one short day in town; skip it if you want a full weekend.
Not worth it this week: the fare is low, but the one-stop MX + G4 routing uses up most of the weekend. The whole trip is $1,022 for two for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026, 2 nights, made up of the flights at $636, the hotel at $346 and its $40 property fee, with taxes and fees included. You land Saturday at 1:19 PM, and the return leaves Sunday at 11:41 AM and doesn't land until Monday at 2:09 PM.
The total, before you go
$1,022 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $636 |
| Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $346 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $40 |
| The total, before you go | $1,022 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$182 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 Breeze, $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
$318 per person, round trip
$636 for two, taxes and fees included · MX + G4 · 1 stop · 40h 36m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 11:11 PM – Sat, Oct 31, 1:19 PM · back Sun, Nov 1, 11:41 AM – Mon, Nov 2, 2:09 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| MX + G4 | $318 | 1 stop | 40h 36m |
| B6 + G4 | $388 | 1 stop | 31h 57m |
| MX + G4 | $341 | 1 stop | 34h 9m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 3:17 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $318 per person. That's $182 below the typical fare on this route, or 36% less, and the lowest we've seen in 30 days across 13 checks. For two, that's $636. Add 2 nights at Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel and its $40 property fee, and the trip comes to $1,022. Late October brings peak fall foliage on the Parkway and the busiest weekends of the year, with typical highs of 59–62°F and lows near 44°F. The problem is time. The flight leaves Tampa Friday at 11:11 PM and lands Saturday at 1:19 PM. The return leaves Sunday at 11:41 AM and lands Monday at 2:09 PM. That gives you less than a day in Asheville for a 2-night hotel bill. A checked bag, about $160 for two, and spending money are not in the total.
The kind of trip this is
This is a mountain-town getaway built around food, craft beer, bluegrass and fall leaves, at an easy pace. It suits couples or two friends who like a scenic drive in the afternoon and a brewery or a music venue at night. On this routing you'd get a quick taste of Asheville rather than a full weekend, so it fits people who'd rather see it briefly than not at all.
Weather in Asheville, Oct 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 59–62°F, lows near 44°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 62 °F | 48 °F | Drizzle |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 60 °F | 45 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 59 °F | 38 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Asheville
All three include breakfast. None offers free cancellation, and each adds a fee you pay at the property. Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel is the best value at $346 for the stay ($173 a night) plus $40 at the property, rated 7.7 from 915 reviews. It's the hotel in our total. Hampton Inn & Suites-Asheville Biltmore Village, NC is the top rated at 9.2 from 461 reviews, at $411 for the stay ($206 a night) plus $47. Best Western Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway is our budget pick at $355 for the stay ($178 a night) plus $41, rated 8.3 from 1,418 reviews. Biltmore Village puts you among inns and shops at the gates of the Biltmore Estate. Downtown Asheville is better if you want breweries, music venues and galleries on foot.
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
$346 for 2 nights, two guests · $173 a night
See roomsHampton Inn & Suites-Asheville Biltmore Village, NC
$411 for 2 nights, two guests · $206 a night
See roomsBest Western Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway
$355 for 2 nights, two guests · $178 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, right next to Biltmore Village
- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway to Craggy Gardens during peak fall foliage
- Tour the breweries from Wicked Weed to Sierra Nevada
- Hear bluegrass at the Grey Eagle or the Orange Peel on Saturday night
- Eat your way through the River Arts District's converted mills and riverside restaurants
- Hike to Catawba Falls or Mount Mitchell if you can fit in a longer stay
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 | 40h 36m (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 | $636 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel) | $346 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,502 |
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 | $318 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $318 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $500 |
| Price checks | 13 |
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, prices are in US dollars, and there's no time difference from Tampa.
- The flights are on MX + G4 with one stop each way, 40h 36m in all, flying from Tampa International (TPA) to Asheville Regional (AVL).
- None of the three hotels offers free cancellation, so check before you book.
- The $1,022 total includes the $40 property fee but not checked bags, about $160 for two, or spending money.
- Late October is peak foliage season with the busiest weekends, and Friday's forecast shows drizzle with overcast skies after that.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Not this week. The fare is $182 below the typical fare on this route, but you land Saturday at 1:19 PM and fly out Sunday at 11:41 AM. You'd pay for 2 nights and get less than a day in town.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,022, all in. That's flights at $636, 2 nights at Brookstone Lodge at $346 and its $40 property fee, with taxes and fees included. Checked bags, about $160 for two, and spending money are extra.
Is there a flight that arrives earlier?
Yes. MX + G4 at $341 per person leaves Friday at 12:43 PM and lands at 8:24 PM. B6 + G4 at $388 per person leaves at 2:55 PM and lands at 8:24 PM. Both cost more than the $318 fare in our total.
What is the weather like?
Expect typical highs of 59–62°F and lows near 44°F. Friday shows drizzle, and Saturday and Sunday look overcast, with a low of 38°F on Sunday. Pack layers.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip in US dollars, with no time difference from Tampa.
Is 2 nights enough?
On this routing, no. The flight arrives Saturday afternoon and the return leaves Sunday morning, so you'd only have time for one or two of the experiences, like the Biltmore Estate or a bluegrass show.
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