Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Abilene travel guide

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You're Going to Love Abilene

With a population of 117,063, Abilene is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Abilene has to offer.

Where to Eat in Abilene

If you’re looking for affordable options, Potosi Live (897 Fm1750) and Smokehouse Abilene (500 Cypress St) are great picks.

When to visit Abilene

Abilene in December
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel
Abilene in December
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Abilene in July, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Abilene, with an average rainfall of 1″.

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How to Get to Abilene

Plane

When flying to Abilene, you’ll arrive at Abilene (ABI), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Abilene include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Abilene departs from Houston and takes around 1h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Abilene is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 276 km from Abilene. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Dallas.

Plane

When flying to Abilene, you’ll arrive at Abilene (ABI), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Abilene include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Abilene departs from Houston and takes around 1h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Abilene is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 276 km from Abilene. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Dallas.

Airports near Abilene

ABIAbilene
SJTSan Angelo Mathis Field

Airlines serving Abilene

Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,213 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,926 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,054 reviews)
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Where to stay in Abilene

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham Abilene and Comfort Suites University. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Abilene, with prices from $68 to $289 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Abilene are about 75% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Abilene by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Abilene

Most booked hotels in Abilene

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Abilene Whitten Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1327 reviews)
$153+
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Abilene East District
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 514 reviews)
$87+
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Motel 6 Abilene Tx
2 stars
Okay (5.3, 574 reviews)
$90+
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Rodeway Inn Abilene West
2 stars
Okay (5.1, 393 reviews)
$96+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Abilene South
2 stars
Okay (4, 1022 reviews)
$93+
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Baymont by Wyndham Abilene
3 stars
Okay (4, 2078 reviews)
$106+
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Renting a car in Abilene

Renting a car in Abilene costs $51 per day, on average, or $254 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 50% cheaper than airport locations in Abilene.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Abilene (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Abilene is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 29% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Abilene costs $51 per day, on average, or $254 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 50% cheaper than airport locations in Abilene.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Abilene (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Abilene is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 29% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Abilene

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$47/day

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Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

Compact
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