Midland travel guide
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You're Going to Love Midland
With a population of 111,147, Midland is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Midland deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Midland
If you’re looking for affordable options, Opal's Table (223 W Wall St Ste. 150) and Pi Social - Midland (203 W Wall St) are great picks.
When to visit Midland
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Midland in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °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 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 2.2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Midland, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.
How to Get to Midland
Plane
When flying to Midland, you’ll arrive at Midland Intl (MAF), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Midland include Delta, KLM and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Midland departs from Austin and takes around 1h 24m.
Bus
Midland’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Midland
Where to stay in Midland
Average rates range from around $116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $180 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Spark by Hilton Midland South and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Midland Odessa.
Where to stay in popular areas of Midland
Most booked hotels in Midland
Renting a car in Midland
Renting a car in Midland costs $64 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Midland is the Hertz branch at 9506 La Force Blvd, which is 9 miles from the city center.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Midland Intl.
Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Midland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Midland is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.