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McDonough travel guide

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You're Going to Love McDonough

With a population of 22,084, McDonough is a must-see destination in Georgia, 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 McDonough has to offer.

Where to Eat in McDonough

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Seasons Bistro (41 Griffin St) and Crust & Craft - McDonough (15 Keys Ferry St) are great picks.

When to visit McDonough

McDonough in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
McDonough in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to McDonough in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in McDonough, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to McDonough

Plane

Although McDonough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 21 miles from McDonough. Columbus Metropolitan Area is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, Delta, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to McDonough departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to McDonough. The train journey from McDonough to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to McDonough is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 25 miles from McDonough. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to McDonough, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to McDonough takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $79 for a journey of 245 miles.

Plane

Although McDonough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 21 miles from McDonough. Columbus Metropolitan Area is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, Delta, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to McDonough departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to McDonough. The train journey from McDonough to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to McDonough is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 25 miles from McDonough. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to McDonough, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to McDonough takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $79 for a journey of 245 miles.

Airports near McDonough

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving McDonough

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,973 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in McDonough

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru by Hilton McDonough, GA and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta South - McDonough.

Where to stay in popular areas of McDonough

Most booked hotels in McDonough

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta South - McDonough
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1199 reviews)
$119+
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Comfort Suites Mcdonough Atlanta South
2 stars
Good (7.9, 949 reviews)
$101+
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Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Mcdonough, GA
2 stars
Good (7.4, 895 reviews)
$85+
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Motel 6 Mcdonough Ga
2 stars
Good (6.1, 168 reviews)
$58+
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Baymont by Wyndham McDonough
2 stars
Good (6, 1126 reviews)
$63+
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Quality Inn and Suites McDonough South I-75
2 stars
Okay (4.7, 313 reviews)
$63+
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Renting a car in McDonough

Renting a car in McDonough costs $49 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in McDonough.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in McDonough (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 McDonough is Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in McDonough costs $49 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in McDonough.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in McDonough (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 McDonough is Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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