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

Eagle River travel guide

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You're Going to Love Eagle River

With a population of 24,793, Eagle River is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Eagle River has to offer.

When to visit Eagle River

Eagle River in February
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Eagle River in February
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Eagle River in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 64.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °F, with an average temperature of 5 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 1.7″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Eagle River, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Eagle River

Plane

Although Eagle River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 17 miles from Eagle River. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Eagle River departs from Fairbanks and takes around 1h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Eagle River is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 13 miles from Eagle River. You’ll find branches of Avis and Turo, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Eagle River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 17 miles from Eagle River. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Eagle River departs from Fairbanks and takes around 1h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Eagle River is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 13 miles from Eagle River. You’ll find branches of Avis and Turo, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Eagle River

ANCAnchorage
ENAKenai

Airlines serving Eagle River

KLM
Good (1,451 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,780 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,733 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,183 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,282 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,681 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,709 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,360 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,879 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,704 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,191 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,921 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,576 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (988 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (611 reviews)
Condor
Good (400 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Eagle River

Most booked hotels in Eagle River

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Alaska Chalet Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 47 reviews)
$109+
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Eagle River Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, 13 reviews)
$184+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Eagle River/Anchorage Are
2 stars
Good (6.4, 517 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Eagle River

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Eagle River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Eagle River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48.