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

Jackson travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jackson

With a population of 9 577, Jackson is a must-see destination in Wyoming, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jackson has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Jackson

If you’re looking for affordable options, Kampai JH (175 Center St) and Gather - Jackson Hole (72 South Glenwood) are great picks.

When to visit Jackson

Jackson in November
Estimated hotel price
$345
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jackson in November
Estimated hotel price
$345
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jackson in July, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 1.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Jackson, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to Jackson

Plane

When flying to Jackson, you’ll arrive at Jackson Hole (JAC), which is located 14 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jackson include United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Jackson departs from Portland and takes around 3h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Jackson is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 316 km from Jackson. You’ll find branches of Fox and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Plane

When flying to Jackson, you’ll arrive at Jackson Hole (JAC), which is located 14 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jackson include United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Jackson departs from Portland and takes around 3h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Jackson is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 316 km from Jackson. You’ll find branches of Fox and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Airlines serving Jackson

KLM
Good (1,452 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,191 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,114 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,516 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,880 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,704 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,191 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,920 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,577 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,559 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (989 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,278 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Good (415 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (582 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jackson

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jackson Hole and Flat Creek Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jackson

Most booked hotels in Jackson

Wyoming Inn of Jackson Hole
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1211 reviews)
$212+
The Rockwell Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1835 reviews)
$158+
Rustic Inn Creekside
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1663 reviews)
$216+
Fireside Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 203 reviews)
$243+
The Lodge at Jackson Hole
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1516 reviews)
$188+
Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 32 reviews)
$997+

Renting a car in Jackson

Renting a car in Jackson costs $73 per day, on average, or $219 if you want to rent if for 3 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 Jackson is the Budget branch at 1250 E Airport Rd, which is 14 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Jackson (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. The most frequently booked car type in Jackson is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jackson costs $73 per day, on average, or $219 if you want to rent if for 3 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 Jackson is the Budget branch at 1250 E Airport Rd, which is 14 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Jackson (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. The most frequently booked car type in Jackson is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.