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

Dothan travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dothan

With a population of 65 496, Dothan is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. 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 Dothan has to offer.

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When to visit Dothan

Dothan in December
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dothan in December
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dothan in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Dothan, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Dothan

Plane

When flying to Dothan, you’ll arrive at Dothan Arpt (DHN), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dothan include Delta, WestJet and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Dothan departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Dothan is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 297 km from Dothan. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

When flying to Dothan, you’ll arrive at Dothan Arpt (DHN), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dothan include Delta, WestJet and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Dothan departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Dothan is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 297 km from Dothan. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Dothan

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VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Dothan

KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,267 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,665 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,708 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,406 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,109 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,061 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,970 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,438 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,326 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,115 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (474 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (697 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,189 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (327 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,446 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dothan

Average rates range from around $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $64 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dothan North By IHG and Sleep Inn & Suites Dothan North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dothan

Most booked hotels in Dothan

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Candlewood Suites Dothan By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 172 reviews)
$84+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dothan
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1974 reviews)
$88+
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Baymont by Wyndham Dothan
2 stars
Good (7.1, 609 reviews)
$56+
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Red Roof Inn Dothan
2 stars
Good (6.2, 1020 reviews)
$58+
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Clarion Inn & Suites Dothan South
3 stars
Okay (5.5, 811 reviews)
$56+
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Motel 6 Dothan, AL
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 870 reviews)
$46+
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Renting a car in Dothan

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Dothan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Dothan is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Tesla Model Y or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Dothan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Dothan is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Tesla Model Y or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Dothan

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