Introduction
What to do
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 November
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kalispell in November
Estimated hotel price
$108
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, Hawaiian Airlines and Delta. 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 Thrifty and Hertz, 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, Hawaiian Airlines and Delta. 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 Thrifty and Hertz, among others, in Spokane.

Airlines serving Kalispell

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,015 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,515 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,575 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,663 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,619 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,821 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (677 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,075 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (337 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (562 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (701 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

Outlook Inn Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 143 reviews)
$215+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalispell
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 229 reviews)
$126+
Hampton Inn Kalispell
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 621 reviews)
$111+
Homewood Suites by Hilton Kalispell
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 356 reviews)
$112+
Glacier International Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1075 reviews)
$112+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kalispell By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 469 reviews)
$92+

Renting a car in Kalispell

Renting a car in Kalispell costs $67 per day, on average, or $200 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 31% cheaper than airport locations in Kalispell.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Kalispell is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Jeep Wrangler or similar) are, on average, 29% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kalispell costs $67 per day, on average, or $200 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 31% cheaper than airport locations in Kalispell.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Kalispell is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Jeep Wrangler or similar) are, on average, 29% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.