Cortland travel guide
Cortland Tourism | Cortland Guide
You're Going to Love Cortland
With a population of 19,204, Cortland is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cortland deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Cortland
If you’re looking for affordable options, Carvers Steakhouse (2177 Clute Rd) and The Lookout at Hope Lake (2177 Clute Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Cortland
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cortland in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Cortland, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.
How to Get to Cortland
Plane
Although Cortland doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ithaca Tompkins County (ITH), which is located 16 miles from Cortland. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Cortland departs from New York and takes around 1h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Cortland is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 170 miles from Cortland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.
Airlines serving Cortland
Where to stay in Cortland
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn & Suites and HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland.
Where to stay in popular areas of Cortland
Most booked hotels in Cortland
Renting a car in Cortland
Renting a car in Cortland costs $75 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Ithaca Tompkins County.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Cortland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Cortland is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.