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, Brix Restaurant and Wine Bar (413 N. San Francisco St.) and Josephine's Modern American Bistro (503 N Humphreys Street) are great picks.

When to visit Flagstaff

Flagstaff in January
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Flagstaff in January
Estimated hotel price
$113
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 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Flagstaff include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Flagstaff departs from Seattle and takes around 4h 38m.

Train

The train station in Flagstaff is called Flagstaff, and is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Flagstaff is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 198 km from Flagstaff. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Flagstaff’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Flagstaff, you’ll arrive at Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG), which is located 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Flagstaff include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Flagstaff departs from Seattle and takes around 4h 38m.

Train

The train station in Flagstaff is called Flagstaff, and is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Flagstaff is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 198 km from Flagstaff. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Flagstaff’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Airports near Flagstaff

FLGFlagstaff Pulliam
PRCPrescott
GCNGrand Canyon Village National Park

Airlines serving Flagstaff

United Airlines
Good (8,996 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,220 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (384 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,034 reviews)
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Where to stay in Flagstaff

Average rates range from around $295 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $172 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 $48 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 30% 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

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Little America Flagstaff
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 3871 reviews)
$87+
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Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1422 reviews)
$108+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Flagstaff
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1041 reviews)
$104+
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The Kendrick Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2755 reviews)
$68+
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Hotel Aspen Flagstaff/ Grand Canyon Innsuites
2 stars
Good (7.2, 4466 reviews)
$51+
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Snow Peak Inn
2 stars
Okay (4.9, 199 reviews)
$1,308+
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Renting a car in Flagstaff

Renting a car in Flagstaff costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 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 7 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Flagstaff.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Flagstaff is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Flagstaff costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 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 7 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Flagstaff.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Flagstaff is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Flagstaff

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$50/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$50/day

Intermediate
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