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

Flagstaff travel guide

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You're Going to Love Flagstaff

With a population of 65,870, Flagstaff is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Flagstaff deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Flagstaff

If you’re looking for affordable options, Atria Restaurant (103 N Leroux St) and Fat Olives (2308 E Route 66) are great picks.

When to visit Flagstaff

Flagstaff in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Flagstaff in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Flagstaff in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °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 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 2.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Flagstaff, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Flagstaff

Plane

When flying to Flagstaff, you’ll arrive at Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Flagstaff include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Flagstaff departs from Phoenix and takes around 55m.

Train

The train station in Flagstaff is called Flagstaff, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Flagstaff is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 123 miles from Flagstaff. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Easirent, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Flagstaff’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Flagstaff, you’ll arrive at Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Flagstaff include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Flagstaff departs from Phoenix and takes around 55m.

Train

The train station in Flagstaff is called Flagstaff, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Flagstaff is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 123 miles from Flagstaff. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Easirent, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Flagstaff’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Flagstaff

Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,057 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,375 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,046 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (394 reviews)

Where to stay in Flagstaff

Average rates range from around $268 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $192 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Flagstaff East and Hampton Inn & Suites Flagstaff East. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Flagstaff, with prices from $42 to $1,308 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Flagstaff are about 40% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Flagstaff by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Flagstaff

Most booked hotels in Flagstaff

Little America Hotel Flagstaff
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 3907 reviews)
$95+
Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1434 reviews)
$106+
DoubleTree by Hilton Flagstaff
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1051 reviews)
$103+
The Kendrick Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2763 reviews)
$64+
Hotel Aspen Flagstaff/ Grand Canyon Innsuites
2 stars
Good (7.2, 4483 reviews)
$47+
Snow Peak Inn
2 stars
Okay (4.8, 189 reviews)
$1,308+

Renting a car in Flagstaff

Renting a car in Flagstaff costs $78 per day, on average, or $155 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Flagstaff is the Hertz branch at 6200 S. Pulliam Dr, which is 4 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Flagstaff Pulliam.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Flagstaff (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. Compact (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Flagstaff, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Flagstaff costs $78 per day, on average, or $155 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Flagstaff is the Hertz branch at 6200 S. Pulliam Dr, which is 4 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Flagstaff Pulliam.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Flagstaff (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. Compact (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Flagstaff, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.