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

Cortland travel guide

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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

Cortland in December
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cortland in December
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Cortland departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 12m.

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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Cortland SUNY Bus, located 0.7 miles from downtown Cortland. Cortland Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city center.

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, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Cortland departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 12m.

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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Cortland SUNY Bus, located 0.7 miles from downtown Cortland. Cortland Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Cortland

ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Cortland

KLM
Good (1,455 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,787 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,751 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,205 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,219 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,876 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,308 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,519 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,685 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,725 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,891 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,143 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,456 reviews)
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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

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cortland
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 668 reviews)
$158+
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Holiday Inn Express Cortland By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 246 reviews)
$126+
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Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 390 reviews)
$258+
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Cortland Motel
2 stars
Good (7.3, 238 reviews)
$81+
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HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland
2 stars
Good (7.1, 368 reviews)
$91+
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Quality Inn Cortland - University Area
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 480 reviews)
$88+
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Renting a car in Cortland

Renting a car in Cortland costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in Cortland.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cortland, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Cortland costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in Cortland.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cortland, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

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