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

Durango travel guide

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You're Going to Love Durango

With a population of 16,887, Durango is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Durango deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Durango

If you’re looking for affordable options, Perbacco Cucina Italiana (505 Main Ave) and Seasons of Durango (764 Main Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Durango

Durango in November
Estimated package price
$89
2 travelers
Flight to Durango
3 nights at hotel
Durango in November
Estimated package price
$89
2 travelers
Flight to Durango
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Durango in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 2.2″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Durango, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Durango

Plane

When flying to Durango, you’ll arrive at Durango La Plata County (DRO), which is located 18 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Durango include United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Durango departs from Kansas City and takes around 4h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Durango is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 267 km from Durango. You’ll find branches of Ace and Thrifty, among others, in Albuquerque.

Plane

When flying to Durango, you’ll arrive at Durango La Plata County (DRO), which is located 18 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Durango include United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Durango departs from Kansas City and takes around 4h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Durango is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 267 km from Durango. You’ll find branches of Ace and Thrifty, among others, in Albuquerque.

Airports near Durango

DRODurango La Plata County
MTJMontrose County
TEXTelluride

Airlines serving Durango

Lufthansa
Good (8,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,502 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,642 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,108 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,470 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,081 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (472 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,929 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (456 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (662 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,218 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durango

Average rates range from around $239 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $304 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Baymont by Wyndham Durango and Fairfield Inn & Suites by MarriottDurango. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Durango, with prices from $67 to $1,842 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Durango are about 9% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Durango by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Durango

Most booked hotels in Durango

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Hampton Inn Durango
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 553 reviews)
$150+
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Adventure Inn Durango
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 997 reviews)
$126+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2174 reviews)
$95+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durango
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1021 reviews)
$112+
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The Junction Hotel and Hostel
2 stars
Good (6.8, 1366 reviews)
$76+
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Budget Inn Durango
2 stars
Good (6, 1095 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Durango

Renting a car in Durango costs $101 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Hertz, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Durango is the Hertz branch at 1000 Airport Rd. #14, which is 17 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Durango La Plata County.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Durango (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durango, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durango costs $101 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Hertz, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Durango is the Hertz branch at 1000 Airport Rd. #14, which is 17 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Durango La Plata County.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Durango (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durango, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Durango

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$42/day

Intermediate
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