Whitefish travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whitefish

With a population of 6,357, Whitefish is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Whitefish deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Whitefish

Where to Eat in Whitefish

If you’re looking for affordable options, Abruzzo Italian (115 Central Ave) and Herb & Omni (101 Central Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Whitefish

Whitefish in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitefish in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whitefish in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Whitefish, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Whitefish

Plane

When flying to Whitefish, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whitefish include United Airlines, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Whitefish departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 32m.

Train

The train station in Whitefish is called Whitefish, and is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Whitefish is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 244 km from Whitefish. You’ll find branches of Budget and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Plane

When flying to Whitefish, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whitefish include United Airlines, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Whitefish departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 32m.

Train

The train station in Whitefish is called Whitefish, and is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Whitefish is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 244 km from Whitefish. You’ll find branches of Budget and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Whitefish

Airlines serving Whitefish

KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,455 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,931 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,516 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (956 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,775 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (137 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (513 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (440 reviews)
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Where to stay in Whitefish

Average rates range from around $321 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $192 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Whitefish and Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whitefish

Most booked hotels in Whitefish

The Pine Lodge on Whitefish River, Ascend Hotel Collection
2 stars
Excellent (9, 403 reviews)
$110+
Hampton Inn & Suites Whitefish
2 stars
Excellent (9, 396 reviews)
$113+
Lodge at Whitefish Lake
4 stars
Excellent (9, 147 reviews)
$223+
Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 503 reviews)
$107+
Kandahar Lodge at Whitefish Mountain Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 286 reviews)
$237+
Grouse Mountain Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 715 reviews)
$119+

Renting a car in Whitefish

Renting a car in Whitefish costs $92 per day, on average, or $184 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Whitefish.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whitefish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Whitefish, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Whitefish costs $92 per day, on average, or $184 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Whitefish.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whitefish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Whitefish, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.