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Where to stay
Renting a car

Emporia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Emporia

With a population of 24,916, Emporia is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Emporia deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Emporia

Emporia in January
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Emporia in January
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Emporia in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °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 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Emporia, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to Emporia

Plane

Although Emporia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Wichita Eisenhower National (ICT), which is located 86 miles from Emporia. Kansas City Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Emporia departs from Tampa and takes around 5h 42m.

Car

Another option to get to Emporia is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 98 miles from Emporia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Plane

Although Emporia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Wichita Eisenhower National (ICT), which is located 86 miles from Emporia. Kansas City Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Emporia departs from Tampa and takes around 5h 42m.

Car

Another option to get to Emporia is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 98 miles from Emporia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Airports near Emporia

MCIKansas City
MKCKansas City Downtown
ICTWichita Eisenhower National

Airlines serving Emporia

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,963 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
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Where to stay in Emporia

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Eleven Boutique Hotel and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Emporia Northwest.

Where to stay in popular areas of Emporia

Most booked hotels in Emporia

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Hampton Inn Emporia
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 245 reviews)
$154+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Emporia
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 418 reviews)
$87+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Emporia Northwest
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 218 reviews)
$137+
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Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.9, 673 reviews)
$90+
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Eleven Boutique Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.1, 375 reviews)
$46+
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Renting a car in Emporia

Renting a car in Emporia costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 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 Manhattan.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Emporia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Emporia is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 4% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Emporia costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 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 Manhattan.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Emporia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Emporia is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 4% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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