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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 4,651, Jackson is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Jackson to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Jackson

If you’re looking for affordable options, Stanley's Steakhouse (2 Water Street) and Lone Wolf Restaurant and Lounge (12222 New York Ranch Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Jackson

Jackson in December
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jackson in December
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Jackson

Plane

Although Jackson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 50 miles from Jackson. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jackson departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Jackson is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 97 miles from Jackson. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Jackson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 50 miles from Jackson. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jackson departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Jackson is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 97 miles from Jackson. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Jackson

OAKOakland
SJCSan Jose
SMFSacramento Intl

Airlines serving Jackson

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Jackson

Most booked hotels in Jackson

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Hanford House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 120 reviews)
$185+
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The Inn at 161
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 342 reviews)
$144+
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The National Hotel Jackson
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 294 reviews)
$111+
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Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 580 reviews)
$139+
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Hotel Sutter
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 360 reviews)
$172+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jackson
3 stars
Excellent (8, 220 reviews)
$140+
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Renting a car in Jackson

Renting a car in Jackson costs $52 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations in Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Jackson costs $52 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations in Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

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