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

Dripping Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dripping Springs

With a population of 2,483, Dripping Springs is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Dripping Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Dripping Springs

Dripping Springs in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dripping Springs in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dripping Springs

Plane

Although Dripping Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS), which is located 40 km from Dripping Springs. Killeen Fort Hood Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dripping Springs departs from Houston and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dripping Springs is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 266 km from Dripping Springs. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Easirent, among others, in Houston.

Plane

Although Dripping Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS), which is located 40 km from Dripping Springs. Killeen Fort Hood Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dripping Springs departs from Houston and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dripping Springs is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 266 km from Dripping Springs. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Easirent, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Dripping Springs

GRKKilleen Fort Hood Regional
SATSan Antonio
AUSAustin Bergstrom

Airlines serving Dripping Springs

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,226 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,465 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,597 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,663 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,222 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,662 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,377 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,036 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,362 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dripping Springs

Most booked hotels in Dripping Springs

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Sleep Inn & Suites Dripping Springs - Austin Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 72 reviews)
$94+
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Courtyard by Marriott Austin Dripping Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 61 reviews)
$138+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dripping Springs - Austin Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 397 reviews)
$84+
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Outpost Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 64 reviews)
$97+
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Lucky Arrow Retreat - Dripping Springs
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 14 reviews)
$147+
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Renting a car in Dripping Springs

Renting a car in Dripping Springs costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Dripping Springs.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Dripping Springs (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 Dripping Springs is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 3% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dripping Springs costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Dripping Springs.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Dripping Springs (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 Dripping Springs is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 3% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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