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Leavenworth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Leavenworth

With a population of 35,251, Leavenworth is a must-see destination in Kansas, 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 Leavenworth has to offer.

When to visit Leavenworth

Leavenworth in November
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leavenworth in November
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Leavenworth

Plane

When flying to Leavenworth, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leavenworth include Air Canada, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Leavenworth departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to Leavenworth is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 25 miles from Leavenworth. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Kansas City.

Plane

When flying to Leavenworth, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leavenworth include Air Canada, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Leavenworth departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to Leavenworth is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 25 miles from Leavenworth. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Kansas City.

Airports near Leavenworth

MHKManhattan
MCIKansas City
MKCKansas City Downtown

Airlines serving Leavenworth

Lufthansa
Good (7,491 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,979 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,991 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,979 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,304 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,095 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (365 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,137 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,451 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (169 reviews)
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Where to stay in Leavenworth

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Leavenworth and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Leavenworth.

Where to stay in popular areas of Leavenworth

Most booked hotels in Leavenworth

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Hampton Inn Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (9, 268 reviews)
$116+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton - Leavenworth Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 204 reviews)
$129+
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Basswood Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8, 351 reviews)
$76+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Leavenworth
3 stars
Excellent (8, 130 reviews)
$122+
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Leavenworth Local Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.7, 189 reviews)
$101+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Leavenworth
2 stars
Good (7.3, 150 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Leavenworth

Renting a car in Leavenworth costs $60 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Kansas City.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Leavenworth (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.

Renting a car in Leavenworth costs $60 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Kansas City.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Leavenworth (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.

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