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

Cochrane travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cochrane

With a population of 16,365, Cochrane is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cochrane deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cochrane

If you’re looking for affordable options, Original Joe's - Cochrane (75 Bow Street) and Mama Mia Italian Kitchen (50 Fireside Gate 4101) are great picks.

When to visit Cochrane

Cochrane in January
Estimated hotel price
$74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cochrane in January
Estimated hotel price
$74
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cochrane in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Cochrane, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Cochrane

Plane

Although Cochrane doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 20 miles from Cochrane. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Cochrane from the United States departs from Atlanta and takes around 4h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Cochrane is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 20 miles from Cochrane. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Calgary.

Plane

Although Cochrane doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 20 miles from Cochrane. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Cochrane from the United States departs from Atlanta and takes around 4h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Cochrane is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 20 miles from Cochrane. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Calgary.

Airports near Cochrane

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Airlines serving Cochrane

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,485 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cochrane

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Cochrane and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cochrane.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cochrane

Most booked hotels in Cochrane

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Rocky Mountain View Bed & Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, 80 reviews)
$108+
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Canalta Cochrane
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 319 reviews)
$122+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cochrane
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 766 reviews)
$56+
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Bow River Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 739 reviews)
$46+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Cochrane
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 653 reviews)
$46+
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Renting a car in Cochrane

Renting a car in Cochrane costs $18 per day, on average, or $36 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 112% cheaper than airport locations in Cochrane.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Cochrane (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. The most frequently booked car type in Cochrane is Compact (Nissan Kicks 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, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cochrane costs $18 per day, on average, or $36 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 112% cheaper than airport locations in Cochrane.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Cochrane (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. The most frequently booked car type in Cochrane is Compact (Nissan Kicks 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, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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