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

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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Midland has to offer.

Where to Eat in Midland

If you’re looking for affordable options, Opal's Table (223 W Wall St Ste. 150) and Venezia Restaurant (2101 W Wadley Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Midland

Midland in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Midland in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 Southwest, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Midland departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 10m.

Bus

Midland’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.

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 Southwest, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Midland departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 10m.

Bus

Midland’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Midland

MAFMidland Intl
HOBHobbs Lea County

Airlines serving Midland

Lufthansa
Good (7,156 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,363 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,030 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,965 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,778 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,271 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,567 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,244 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,713 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,453 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (860 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (200 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,173 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,876 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (485 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,278 reviews)
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Where to stay in Midland

Average rates range from around $119 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

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Tru by Hilton Midland
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 592 reviews)
$107+
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Comfort Suites Midland West
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 197 reviews)
$136+
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Hilton Garden Inn Midland
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 320 reviews)
$126+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Midland
2 stars
Good (7.3, 578 reviews)
$83+
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Grand Texan Hotel & Convention Center
3 stars
Okay (4.7, 552 reviews)
$50+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Midland
2 stars
Okay (4, 968 reviews)
$70+
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Renting a car in Midland

Renting a car in Midland costs $72 per day, on average, or $287 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Hertz, Budget 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, 4% more expensive than at Midland Intl.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Midland is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Midland costs $72 per day, on average, or $287 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Hertz, Budget 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, 4% more expensive than at Midland Intl.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Midland is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Midland

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$32/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

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