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

Aiken travel guide

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You're Going to Love Aiken

With a population of 29,524, Aiken is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Aiken has to offer.

Where to Eat in Aiken

If you’re looking for affordable options, Whiskey Alley (227 The Alley) and Park Avenue Oyster Bar & Grill (224 Park Ave SW) are great picks.

When to visit Aiken

Aiken in June
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aiken in June
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Aiken in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °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 June, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Aiken, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Aiken

Plane

Although Aiken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Augusta Bush Field (AGS), which is located 19 miles from Aiken. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Aiken departs from Boston and takes around 4h 17m.

Car

Another option to get to Aiken is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 154 miles from Aiken. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Aiken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Augusta Bush Field (AGS), which is located 19 miles from Aiken. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Aiken departs from Boston and takes around 4h 17m.

Car

Another option to get to Aiken is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 154 miles from Aiken. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Aiken

GSPGreenville
CAEColumbia Metropolitan
AGSAugusta Bush Field

Airlines serving Aiken

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,287 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,590 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,056 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,374 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (898 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,807 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,105 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,509 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aiken

Average rates range from around $223 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $144 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Garner Hotel Aiken South and Quality Inn & Suites. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Aiken, with prices from $47 to $321 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Aiken are about 219% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Aiken by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Aiken

Most booked hotels in Aiken

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Hilton Garden Inn Aiken
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 144 reviews)
$171+
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Garner Hotel Aiken South
2 stars
Good (7.5, 364 reviews)
$100+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Aiken, SC
3 stars
Good (7.2, 1237 reviews)
$95+
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Clarion Inn and Suites Aiken South
2 stars
Good (6.2, 746 reviews)
$85+
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Knights Inn Aiken
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 234 reviews)
$69+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Aiken
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 300 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Aiken

Renting a car in Aiken costs $58 per day, on average, or $174 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Aiken.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Aiken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Aiken, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Aiken costs $58 per day, on average, or $174 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Aiken.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Aiken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Aiken, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

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