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

Hannibal travel guide

Hannibal Tourism | Hannibal Guide

You're Going to Love Hannibal

With a population of 17,916, Hannibal is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hannibal has to offer.

When to visit Hannibal

Hannibal in October
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hannibal in October
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hannibal in July, when the average temperature is 77 °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 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Hannibal, with an average rainfall of 1.9″.

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How to Get to Hannibal

Plane

Although Hannibal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Columbia Regional (COU), which is located 124 km from Hannibal. Columbia Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, United Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hannibal departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 11h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Hannibal is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 156 km from Hannibal. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Plane

Although Hannibal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Columbia Regional (COU), which is located 124 km from Hannibal. Columbia Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, United Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hannibal departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 11h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Hannibal is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 156 km from Hannibal. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Airlines serving Hannibal

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,450 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,485 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,081 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hannibal

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn & Suites Hannibal West and Super 8 by Wyndham Hannibal.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hannibal

Most booked hotels in Hannibal

Sleep Inn & Suites Hannibal West
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 565 reviews)
$89+
Best Western On the River
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 930 reviews)
$83+
Quality Inn & Suites Hannibal West
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1231 reviews)
$69+
Motel 6 Hannibal Mo
2 stars
Good (6.7, 703 reviews)
$54+
Super 8 by Wyndham Hannibal
2 stars
Good (6.6, 761 reviews)
$53+
Baymont by Wyndham Hannibal
2 stars
Good (6.4, 421 reviews)
$57+

Renting a car in Hannibal

Renting a car in Hannibal costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Hannibal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Renting a car in Hannibal costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Hannibal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.