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When to visit
How to get there
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Renting a car

Kamloops travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kamloops

With a population of 68,714, Kamloops is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Kamloops deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kamloops

If you’re looking for affordable options, Terra Restaurant (326 Victoria St) and Storms On The River (1502 River St) are great picks.

When to visit Kamloops

Kamloops in December
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kamloops in December
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kamloops in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kamloops, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Kamloops

Plane

When flying to Kamloops, you’ll arrive at Kamloops (YKA), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Kamloops from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 10h 11m.

Train

The train station in Kamloops is called Kamloops North, and is located 4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Kamloops is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 157 miles from Kamloops. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Kamloops’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Kamloops, you’ll arrive at Kamloops (YKA), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Kamloops from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 10h 11m.

Train

The train station in Kamloops is called Kamloops North, and is located 4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Kamloops is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 157 miles from Kamloops. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Kamloops’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Kamloops

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Airlines serving Kamloops

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (961 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 reviews)
Air China
Good (99 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,723 reviews)
China Southern
Good (110 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,701 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (905 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kamloops

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Rodeway Inn & Suites and Travelodge by Wyndham Kamloops Mountview.

Most popular hotel in Kamloops by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Kamloops

Most booked hotels in Kamloops

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Hampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1211 reviews)
$103+
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Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1978 reviews)
$115+
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Riverland Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.8, 2016 reviews)
$66+
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Ramada by Wyndham Kamloops
3 stars
Good (6.6, 1349 reviews)
$64+
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The Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.3, 2589 reviews)
$79+
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Best Budget Inn & Suites Kamloops
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 1419 reviews)
$58+
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Renting a car in Kamloops

Renting a car in Kamloops costs $77 per day, on average, or $155 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kamloops is the Alamo branch at 3025 Airport Rd, which is 6 miles from the city center.

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 Kamloops.

Expect to pay $4.50 per gallon in Kamloops (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.06 and $72.07. Full-size (Class Full-size Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kamloops, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kamloops costs $77 per day, on average, or $155 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kamloops is the Alamo branch at 3025 Airport Rd, which is 6 miles from the city center.

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 Kamloops.

Expect to pay $4.50 per gallon in Kamloops (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.06 and $72.07. Full-size (Class Full-size Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kamloops, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Kamloops

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

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