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

Billings travel guide

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You're Going to Love Billings

With a population of 104,170, Billings is the largest city in Montana, United States by the number of inhabitants. 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 Billings has to offer.

Where to Eat in Billings

If you’re looking for affordable options, Carverss (1390 S 24th St W) and Jake's Bar & Grill (2425 Gabel Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Billings

Billings in January
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Billings in January
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Billings in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2.2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Billings, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Billings

Plane

When flying to Billings, you’ll arrive at Billings Logan Intl (BIL), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Billings include Cape Air, Air Canada and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Billings departs from Sidney and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Billings is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 123 miles from Billings. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Bozeman.

Plane

When flying to Billings, you’ll arrive at Billings Logan Intl (BIL), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Billings include Cape Air, Air Canada and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Billings departs from Sidney and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Billings is to pick up a car rental from Bozeman, which is about 123 miles from Billings. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Bozeman.

Airports near Billings

BILBillings Logan Intl
CODCody E.E. Faust

Airlines serving Billings

Lufthansa
Good (8,300 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,277 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,455 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,834 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,135 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,219 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,428 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,330 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,553 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,122 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (699 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,220 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (680 reviews)
Cape Air
Excellent (34 reviews)
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Where to stay in Billings

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Woodspring Suites Billings and My Place Hotel-Billings, Mt. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Billings, with prices from $59 to $980 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Billings are about 57% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Billings by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Billings

Most booked hotels in Billings

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Ledgestone Suites Hotel Billings
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2177 reviews)
$84+
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Northern Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1228 reviews)
$171+
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Kelly Inn Billings
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1460 reviews)
$104+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Billings
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1036 reviews)
$76+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Billings
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1896 reviews)
$71+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Billings
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 1652 reviews)
$60+
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Renting a car in Billings

Renting a car in Billings costs $91 per day, on average, or $272 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Billings Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Billings (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Billings is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Billings costs $91 per day, on average, or $272 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Billings Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Billings (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Billings is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Billings

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

Economy

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$41/day

Intermediate SUV
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