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

Dothan travel guide

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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 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dothan include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Dothan departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Dothan is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 184 miles from Dothan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Dothan’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Dothan, you’ll arrive at Dothan Arpt (DHN), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dothan include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Dothan departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Dothan is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 184 miles from Dothan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Dothan’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Dothan

TLHTallahassee
ECPPanama City NW Florida Beaches
VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Dothan

KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,701 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (905 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (664 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (330 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,037 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,091 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (702 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,248 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dothan

Average rates range from around $115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $60 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Dothan East Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dothan North By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dothan

Most booked hotels in Dothan

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dothan
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1425 reviews)
$87+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Dothan
2 stars
Good (6.9, 120 reviews)
$44+
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Clarion Inn & Suites Dothan South
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 707 reviews)
$55+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Dothan
2 stars
Okay (5.2, 518 reviews)
$43+
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Motel 6 Dothan
2 stars
Okay (5, 834 reviews)
$52+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Dothan
2 stars
Okay (4.1, 465 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Dothan

Renting a car in Dothan costs $67 per day, on average, or $202 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Dothan.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dothan, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dothan costs $67 per day, on average, or $202 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Dothan.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dothan, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Dothan

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

Intermediate

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$38/day

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