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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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kalispell has to offer.

When to visit Kalispell

Kalispell in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kalispell in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
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 Alaska Airlines, British Airways and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kalispell departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 29m.

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 Thrifty and Turo, 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 Alaska Airlines, British Airways and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kalispell departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 29m.

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 Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Kalispell

FCAKalispell Glacier Park
MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

Airlines serving Kalispell

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,517 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,282 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,111 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,610 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,163 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,668 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (673 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (336 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,050 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,809 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (526 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (698 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kalispell

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Kalispell Grand Hotel and Super 8 by Wyndham Kalispell Glacier National Park.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kalispell

Most booked hotels in Kalispell

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Coyote Bluff Estate
4 stars
Excellent (10, 54 reviews)
$682+
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Hampton Inn Kalispell
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 617 reviews)
$110+
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Glacier International Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1067 reviews)
$111+
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Red Lion Hotel Kalispell
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1205 reviews)
$67+
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Aero Inn
2 stars
Good (7, 1250 reviews)
$62+
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Americas Best Value Inn Kalispell
2 stars
Good (6.2, 1004 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Kalispell

Renting a car in Kalispell costs $57 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 3 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 30% cheaper than airport locations in Kalispell.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Kalispell is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kalispell costs $57 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 3 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 30% cheaper than airport locations in Kalispell.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Kalispell is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kalispell

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Compact SUV

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

Full-size
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