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

Katy travel guide

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You're Going to Love Katy

With a population of 14,102, Katy is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Katy has to offer.

Where to Eat in Katy

If you’re looking for affordable options, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Cinco Ranch/Katy (23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd.) and Pane e Vino (7109 Katy-Gaston Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Katy

Katy in September
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in September
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Katy

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 32 miles from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Dallas, expect to pay about $77 for a 23h 10m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Rent A Car 4 Less Miami, among others, in Houston.

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 32 miles from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Dallas, expect to pay about $77 for a 23h 10m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Rent A Car 4 Less Miami, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Katy

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Katy

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,516 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,291 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,281 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,059 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katy

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston West - Katy By IHG and Tru by Hilton Katy Houston West.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katy

Most booked hotels in Katy

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 728 reviews)
$96+
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Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 763 reviews)
$119+
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Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.4, 945 reviews)
$68+
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Palacio Royale Inn Boutique Katy
2 stars
Good (7.4, 636 reviews)
$68+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy
2 stars
Good (7.2, 587 reviews)
$65+
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Aloft Houston Katy
3 stars
Good (6.9, 344 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $279 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Katy (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 Katy is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $279 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Katy (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 Katy is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Katy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

Intermediate

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$35/day

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