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

Bend travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bend

With a population of 76.639, Bend is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bend deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Bend

If you’re looking for affordable options, Salute Restaurant & Bar (1045 NW Bond St) and Anthony's - Bend (475 SW Powerhouse Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Bend

Bend in November
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bend in November
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bend in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °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 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 1.9″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bend, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Bend

Plane

Although Bend doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bend/Redmond (RDM), which is located 25 km from Bend. Eugene is the most popular, with regular flights from Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bend departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Bend is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 195 km from Bend. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Portland.

Plane

Although Bend doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bend/Redmond (RDM), which is located 25 km from Bend. Eugene is the most popular, with regular flights from Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bend departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Bend is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 195 km from Bend. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Bend

EUGEugene
RDMBend/Redmond

Airlines serving Bend

Lufthansa
Good (8,121 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,099 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,991 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,621 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,945 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,606 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,869 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,631 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,520 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,478 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,864 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,568 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,057 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (550 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bend

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Budget Inn Bend and Hampton Inn & Suites Bend.

Most popular hotel in Bend by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bend

Most booked hotels in Bend

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Sunriver Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 352 reviews)
$309+
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The Pines at Sunriver
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 133 reviews)
$218+
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Riverhouse on the Deschutes
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1596 reviews)
$163+
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Campfire Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1701 reviews)
$154+
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Cascade Lodge Boutique
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2484 reviews)
$127+
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Holiday Motel Bend
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1908 reviews)
$70+
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Renting a car in Bend

Renting a car in Bend costs $67 per day, on average, or $133 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 20% cheaper than airport locations in Bend.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Bend is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Outback or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bend costs $67 per day, on average, or $133 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 20% cheaper than airport locations in Bend.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Bend is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Outback or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Bend

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

Full-size

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$52/day

Intermediate
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