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

Elk River travel guide

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You're Going to Love Elk River

With a population of 22.974, Elk River is a must-see destination in Minnesota, 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 Elk River has to offer.

When to visit Elk River

Elk River in November
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Elk River in November
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Elk River in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1.4 °F, with an average temperature of 12.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Elk River, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to Elk River

Plane

Although Elk River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Saint Cloud (STC), which is located 47 km from Elk River. The shortest domestic flight to Elk River departs from Denver and takes around 1h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Elk River is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 43 km from Elk River. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Plane

Although Elk River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Saint Cloud (STC), which is located 47 km from Elk River. The shortest domestic flight to Elk River departs from Denver and takes around 1h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Elk River is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 43 km from Elk River. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Airports near Elk River

STCSaint Cloud
BRDBrainerd Crow Wing County
MSPMinneapolis St Paul

Airlines serving Elk River

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,634 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,091 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,477 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,091 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Elk River

Most booked hotels in Elk River

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elk River, MN
2 stars
Good (7.9, 372 reviews)
$64+
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Wyndham Garden Otsego-Minneapolis
3 stars
Good (7.5, 221 reviews)
$91+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Monticello
2 stars
Good (6.9, 283 reviews)
$64+
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Regency Inn & Suites
2 stars
Okay (5.3, 318 reviews)
$76+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Monticello
2 stars
Okay (4.7, 79 reviews)
$54+
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Renting a car in Elk River

Renting a car in Elk River costs $60 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Minneapolis St Paul.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Elk River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Elk River, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Elk River costs $60 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Minneapolis St Paul.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Elk River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Elk River, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

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