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

Lubbock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lubbock

With a population of 229,573, Lubbock is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Lubbock deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Lubbock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Double Nickel Steak House (5405 Slide Road) and Triple J Chophouse and Brew Co (1807 Buddy Holly Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Lubbock

Lubbock in January
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lubbock in January
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lubbock in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lubbock, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Lubbock

Plane

When flying to Lubbock, you’ll arrive at Lubbock (LBB), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lubbock include Air Canada, Copa Airlines and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Lubbock departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 10m.

Bus

Lubbock’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Lubbock, you’ll arrive at Lubbock (LBB), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lubbock include Air Canada, Copa Airlines and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Lubbock departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 10m.

Bus

Lubbock’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Lubbock

HOBHobbs Lea County
CVNClovis
LBBLubbock

Airlines serving Lubbock

Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,563 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (929 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (218 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (526 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,040 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,241 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lubbock

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Suites Lubbock Southwest and Extended Stay America Suites - Lubbock - Southwest.

Most popular hotel in Lubbock by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Lubbock

Most booked hotels in Lubbock

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Cotton Court
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 251 reviews)
$126+
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Overton Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 660 reviews)
$123+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 219 reviews)
$112+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lubbock Southwest - Wolfforth By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.2, 574 reviews)
$90+
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Red Roof Inn Lubbock
2 stars
Okay (4.8, 1885 reviews)
$49+
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Motel 6 Lubbock
2 stars
Okay (4.3, 1208 reviews)
$43+
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Renting a car in Lubbock

Renting a car in Lubbock costs $59 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Lubbock is the Avis branch at 5901 63rd Street, which is 6 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 Lubbock.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lubbock (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. Full-size (Nissan Maxima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lubbock, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lubbock costs $59 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Lubbock is the Avis branch at 5901 63rd Street, which is 6 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 Lubbock.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lubbock (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. Full-size (Nissan Maxima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lubbock, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Lubbock

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Full-size

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$42/day

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