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

Kalispell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kalispell

With a population of 19,927, Kalispell is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kalispell deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kalispell

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern - Kalispell (1840 Highway 93 South) and Whitefish Distillery (2134 U.S. Hwy 2 E) are great picks.

When to visit Kalispell

Kalispell in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kalispell in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kalispell in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kalispell, with an average rainfall of 1″.

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How to Get to Kalispell

Plane

When flying to Kalispell, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalispell include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kalispell departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Kalispell is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 149 miles from Kalispell. You’ll find branches of Turo and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Plane

When flying to Kalispell, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalispell include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kalispell departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Kalispell is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 149 miles from Kalispell. You’ll find branches of Turo and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Kalispell

FCAKalispell Glacier Park
MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

Airlines serving Kalispell

KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,135 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,956 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,862 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,603 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,262 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,109 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,513 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,574 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,717 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,482 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (335 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (655 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,091 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (494 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (705 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kalispell

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kalispell and Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Kalispell - Glacier National Park Gateway.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kalispell

Most booked hotels in Kalispell

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Coyote Bluff Estate
4 stars
Excellent (10, 51 reviews)
$796+
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Glacier International Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1039 reviews)
$290+
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My Place Hotel-Kalispell, Mt
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 752 reviews)
$236+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Kalispell Glacier National Park
2 stars
Good (7.7, 990 reviews)
$146+
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Aero Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, 1151 reviews)
$68+
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Americas Best Value Inn Kalispell
2 stars
Good (6.3, 910 reviews)
$176+
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Renting a car in Kalispell

Renting a car in Kalispell costs $113 per day, on average, or $227 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kalispell is the Avis branch at 4170 Us Highway 2 East, which is 8 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Kalispell.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Kalispell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Kalispell is Luxury (Cadillac Escalade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kalispell costs $113 per day, on average, or $227 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kalispell is the Avis branch at 4170 Us Highway 2 East, which is 8 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Kalispell.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Kalispell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Kalispell is Luxury (Cadillac Escalade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kalispell

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

Economy

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$53/day

Full-size
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