Great Smoky Mountains from West Palm Beach, Oct 16–18: $2,664 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Highs 60–82°F, some rain likely
- No passport needed
- Drive the Cades Cove loop at dawn for bears and deer
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 52h 54m 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 G4 from West Palm Beach to Great Smoky Mountains cost $883 per person for Oct 16–18, 2026 when we checked. Three places to stay start at $404 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $2,573 for two, flights and Gatlinburg River Inn with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$2,664 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,765 |
| Gatlinburg River Inn, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $808 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $91 |
| The total, before you go | $2,664 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $200 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $50 each way per bag on Allegiant, $200 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
$883 per person, round trip
$1,765 for two, taxes and fees included · Allegiant · 2 stops · 52h 54m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 9:06 PM – Sat, Oct 17, 4:53 PM · back Sun, Oct 18, 6:40 AM – Mon, Oct 19, 3:47 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant | $883 | 2 stops | 52h 54m |
| Allegiant | $959 | 2 stops | 48h 1m |
| Allegiant | $966 | 2 stops | 31h 37m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 7:11 PM EDT. 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: $883 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 16–18
Highs 60–82°F, some rain likely
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 82 °F | 46 °F | 78% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 60 °F | 42 °F | 78% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 65 °F | 42 °F | 2% |
Where to stay in Great Smoky Mountains
Gatlinburg River Inn
$808 for 2 nights, two guests · $404 a night
See roomsHotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
$1,454 for 2 nights, two guests · $727 a night
See roomsHampton Inn Gatlinburg
$832 for 2 nights, two guests · $416 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 West Palm Beach | President Donald J. Trump International (Palm Beach) (DJT) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Great Smoky Mountains | Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), Asheville Regional (AVL) |
| Flight time | 52h 54m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 654 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Great Smoky Mountains costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,766 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Gatlinburg River Inn) | $808 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $360 |
| Total for two | $2,934 |
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: West Palm Beach to Great Smoky Mountains
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $883 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $482 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $812 |
| Price checks | 14 |
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 West Palm Beach cost?
About $2,934 for two: $1,766 in flights, $808 for the hotel and $360 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Great Smoky Mountains Oct 16–18?
Highs 60–82°F, some rain likely
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 West Palm Beach to Great Smoky Mountains?
52h 54m with 2 stops on G4, on the fare we found.
Is $883 a good price for West Palm Beach to Great Smoky Mountains?
It is close to the typical $812 per person on this route; the dates and the weather made it a pick.
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