Lava Hot Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lava Hot Springs

With a population of 407, Lava Hot Springs is a must-see destination in Idaho, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lava Hot Springs to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lava Hot Springs

Lava Hot Springs in February
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lava Hot Springs in February
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lava Hot Springs in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Lava Hot Springs, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Lava Hot Springs

Plane

Although Lava Hot Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pocatello (PIH), which is located 58 km from Lava Hot Springs. Idaho Falls Fanning Field is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lava Hot Springs departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 53m.

Car

Another option to get to Lava Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 207 km from Lava Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Plane

Although Lava Hot Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pocatello (PIH), which is located 58 km from Lava Hot Springs. Idaho Falls Fanning Field is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lava Hot Springs departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 53m.

Car

Another option to get to Lava Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 207 km from Lava Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Airports near Lava Hot Springs

Airlines serving Lava Hot Springs

Lufthansa
Good (4,649 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,561 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (817 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (770 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (512 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (308 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (441 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lava Hot Springs

Most booked hotels in Lava Hot Springs

Lost Trail
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 636 reviews)
$119+
Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa - Adults Only
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 281 reviews)
$165+
Adventures Vacation Rentals
2 stars
Good (7.3, 136 reviews)
$110+
The Lava Hotel
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$112+
Home Hotel Lava Hot Springs
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$137+
Lava Spa Motel & Rv Park
2 stars
Good (6.6, 296 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Lava Hot Springs

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Lava Hot Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Lava Hot Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.