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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lufkin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lufkin

With a population of 35,067, Lufkin 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lufkin has to offer.

When to visit Lufkin

Lufkin in July
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lufkin in July
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lufkin in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °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 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Lufkin, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Lufkin

Plane

Although Lufkin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Longview East Texas Regional (GGG), which is located 116 km from Lufkin. Shreveport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lufkin departs from St. Louis and takes around 4h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Lufkin is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 186 km from Lufkin. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Plane

Although Lufkin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Longview East Texas Regional (GGG), which is located 116 km from Lufkin. Shreveport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lufkin departs from St. Louis and takes around 4h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Lufkin is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 186 km from Lufkin. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Lufkin

SHVShreveport
GGGLongview East Texas Regional
TYRTyler Pounds Field

Airlines serving Lufkin

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,636 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (226 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (946 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,051 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,202 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (700 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lufkin

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lufkin South By IHG and Texas Inn and Suites Lufkin.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lufkin

Most booked hotels in Lufkin

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lufkin South By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 216 reviews)
$103+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lufkin
3 stars
Excellent (8, 270 reviews)
$135+
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Quality Inn & Suites Lufkin
2 stars
Good (6.4, 424 reviews)
$52+
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Motel 6 Lufkin
2 stars
Good (6.3, 289 reviews)
$53+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lufkin
3 stars
Good (6.3, 797 reviews)
$47+
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Texas Inn and Suites Lufkin
2 stars
Good (6, 271 reviews)
$49+
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Renting a car in Lufkin

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Lufkin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lufkin, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Lufkin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lufkin, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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