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.

Where to Eat in Flagstaff

If you’re looking for affordable options, Root Public House (101 S. San Francisco St.) and Karma Sushi Bar Grill (6 E Route 66) are great picks.

When to visit Flagstaff

Flagstaff in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Flagstaff in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
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. The shortest domestic flight to Flagstaff departs from Dallas and takes around 2h 26m.

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 Carzi, 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. The shortest domestic flight to Flagstaff departs from Dallas and takes around 2h 26m.

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 Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

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

Airlines serving Flagstaff

United Airlines
Good (4,941 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,476 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,611 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,783 reviews)

Where to stay in Flagstaff

Average rates range from around $276 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $202 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.

Where to stay in popular areas of Flagstaff

Most booked hotels in Flagstaff

Little America Flagstaff
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2789 reviews)
$192+
Days Hotel by Wyndham Flagstaff
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1496 reviews)
$102+
High Country Motor Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 623 reviews)
$149+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Flagstaff, AZ
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1357 reviews)
$135+
Hotel Aspen Flagstaff/ Grand Canyon Innsuites
2 stars
Good (7.4, 3826 reviews)
$83+
Snow Peak Inn
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$1,308+

Renting a car in Flagstaff

Renting a car in Flagstaff costs $68 per day, on average, or $135 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.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Flagstaff is Mini (Fiat 500 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, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Flagstaff costs $68 per day, on average, or $135 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.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Flagstaff is Mini (Fiat 500 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, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.