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

Herndon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Herndon

With a population of 23,292, Herndon is a must-see destination in Virginia, 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 Herndon has to offer.

Where to Eat in Herndon

If you’re looking for affordable options, A2B Adyar Ananda Bhavan (645 Elden St) and Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano (728 Pine Street) are great picks.

When to visit Herndon

Herndon in December
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Herndon in December
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Herndon in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Herndon, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Herndon

Plane

When flying to Herndon, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Herndon departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Herndon is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 19 miles from Herndon. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Plane

When flying to Herndon, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Herndon departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Herndon is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 19 miles from Herndon. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Herndon

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Herndon

KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,103 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,439 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,945 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,871 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,318 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,404 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,634 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,012 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (312 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (226 reviews)
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Where to stay in Herndon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Washington - DC - Herndon - Dulles and Candlewood Suites Washington-Dulles Herndon By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Herndon

Most booked hotels in Herndon

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Hyatt Regency Reston
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 697 reviews)
$155+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Herndon Reston
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 409 reviews)
$123+
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The Westin Reston Heights
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 914 reviews)
$136+
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Hyatt House Sterling Dulles Airport North
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1324 reviews)
$137+
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Holiday Inn Washington-Dulles Intl Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1093 reviews)
$112+
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Hyatt House Herndon/Reston
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 565 reviews)
$119+
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Renting a car in Herndon

Renting a car in Herndon costs $54 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Herndon.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Herndon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Herndon is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Herndon costs $54 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Herndon.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Herndon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Herndon is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Herndon

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$45/day

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Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$58/day

Standard SUV
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