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

Jonesboro travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jonesboro

With a population of 67,263, Jonesboro is a must-see destination in Arkansas, 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 Jonesboro has to offer.

When to visit Jonesboro

Jonesboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jonesboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jonesboro in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Jonesboro, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.

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How to Get to Jonesboro

Plane

When flying to Jonesboro, you’ll arrive at Jonesboro (JBR), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Jonesboro departs from St. Louis and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Jonesboro is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 313 km from Jonesboro. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Bus

Jonesboro’s bus station is located 5 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Jonesboro, you’ll arrive at Jonesboro (JBR), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Jonesboro departs from St. Louis and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Jonesboro is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 313 km from Jonesboro. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Bus

Jonesboro’s bus station is located 5 km from the city center.

Airports near Jonesboro

Airlines serving Jonesboro

Lufthansa
Good (8,004 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,982 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,217 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,778 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,046 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,370 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,949 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,923 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,210 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,823 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,217 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,511 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jonesboro

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Jonesboro and Super 8 by Wyndham Jonesboro.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jonesboro

Most booked hotels in Jonesboro

Embassy Suites Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 588 reviews)
$118+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jonesboro
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 560 reviews)
$66+
Holiday Inn Jonesboro By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.9, 287 reviews)
$101+
Best Western Plus Jonesboro Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.6, 914 reviews)
$57+
Super 8 by Wyndham Jonesboro
2 stars
Good (6.1, 613 reviews)
$47+
Motel 6 Jonesboro Ar
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 61 reviews)
$47+

Renting a car in Jonesboro

Renting a car in Jonesboro costs $76 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Jonesboro.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Jonesboro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Jonesboro, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Jonesboro costs $76 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Jonesboro.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Jonesboro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Jonesboro, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.