Dothan travel guide
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You're Going to Love Dothan
With a population of 65,496, Dothan is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Dothan deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Dothan
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dothan in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Dothan, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.
How to Get to Dothan
Plane
When flying to Dothan, you’ll arrive at Dothan Arpt (DHN), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dothan include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Dothan departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h.
Car
Another option to get to Dothan is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 184 miles from Dothan. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
Dothan’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.
Airports near Dothan
Airlines serving Dothan
Where to stay in Dothan
Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $60 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Dothan and Holiday Inn Express Dothan North, An IHG Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dothan
Most booked hotels in Dothan
Renting a car in Dothan
Renting a car in Dothan costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Dothan.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Dothan (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. Mini (Smart Fortwo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dothan, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.