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

Harlingen travel guide

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You're Going to Love Harlingen

With a population of 64,849, Harlingen is a must-see destination in Texas, 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 Harlingen has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Harlingen

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dos Olivos Market- Harlingen (6710 W Expy 83 suite a 107) and La Playa Mexican Cafe (502 S 77 Sunshine Strip) are great picks.

When to visit Harlingen

Harlingen in November
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Harlingen in November
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Harlingen in July, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Harlingen, with an average rainfall of 1.1″.

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How to Get to Harlingen

Plane

When flying to Harlingen, you’ll arrive at Harlingen Valley Intl (HRL), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Harlingen include Delta, Sun Country Air and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Harlingen departs from Austin and takes around 1h 10m.

Bus

Tornado Bus operates bus routes to Harlingen. The most popular bus station is Harlingen Greyhound Bus Station, located 0.3 miles from downtown Harlingen. Harlingen Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Harlingen, you’ll arrive at Harlingen Valley Intl (HRL), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Harlingen include Delta, Sun Country Air and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Harlingen departs from Austin and takes around 1h 10m.

Bus

Tornado Bus operates bus routes to Harlingen. The most popular bus station is Harlingen Greyhound Bus Station, located 0.3 miles from downtown Harlingen. Harlingen Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Harlingen

HRLHarlingen Valley Intl
MFEMcAllen Miller Intl
BROBrownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Airlines serving Harlingen

Lufthansa
Good (7,048 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,336 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,846 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,254 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,971 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (201 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,171 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
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Where to stay in Harlingen

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Harlingen and Holiday Inn Express Harlingen.

Where to stay in popular areas of Harlingen

Most booked hotels in Harlingen

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Hilton Garden Inn Harlingen Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 84 reviews)
$161+
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Holiday Inn Express Harlingen
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 85 reviews)
$114+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harlingen, TX
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 703 reviews)
$112+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Harlingen TX
2 stars
Good (6.6, 426 reviews)
$64+
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Lone Star Inn - San Benito Harlingen
2 stars
Good (6.5, 103 reviews)
$82+
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Candlewood Suites Harlingen
2 stars
Good (6.4, 272 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Harlingen

Renting a car in Harlingen costs $55 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Harlingen is the Dollar branch at Airport Terminal Building, which is 2 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Harlingen.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Harlingen (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 (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Harlingen, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Harlingen costs $55 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Harlingen is the Dollar branch at Airport Terminal Building, which is 2 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Harlingen.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Harlingen (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 (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Harlingen, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Harlingen

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

Compact
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