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

Moab travel guide

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You're Going to Love Moab

With a population of 5,046, Moab is a must-see destination in Utah, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Moab deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Moab

Moab in November
Estimated package price
$65
2 travelers
Flight to Moab
3 nights at hotel
Moab in November
Estimated package price
$65
2 travelers
Flight to Moab
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Moab in July, when the average temperature is 77 °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 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Moab, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Moab

Plane

When flying to Moab, you’ll arrive at Moab Canyonlands Field (CNY), which is located 27 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Moab departs from Denver and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Moab is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 314 km from Moab. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Drive Rental Cars, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Plane

When flying to Moab, you’ll arrive at Moab Canyonlands Field (CNY), which is located 27 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Moab departs from Denver and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Moab is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 314 km from Moab. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Drive Rental Cars, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Airports near Moab

GJTGrand Junction Regnl
MTJMontrose County
CNYMoab Canyonlands Field

Airlines serving Moab

KLM
Good (1,473 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,799 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,288 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,138 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,437 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,813 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,062 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,571 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,005 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (682 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (456 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,469 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (271 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (424 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (613 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,320 reviews)
Contour
Good (42 reviews)
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Where to stay in Moab

Average rates range from around $253 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $242 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Wingate by Wyndham Moab and Hotel 191 - Moab. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Moab, with prices from $60 to $1,755 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Moab are about 12% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Moab by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Moab

Most booked hotels in Moab

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Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 505 reviews)
$238+
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Rustic Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2345 reviews)
$81+
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Hyatt Place Moab
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1120 reviews)
$176+
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Aarchway Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3257 reviews)
$86+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Moab
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2208 reviews)
$104+
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Scenic View Inn & Suites Moab
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2529 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Moab

Renting a car in Moab costs $83 per day, on average, or $165 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Moab.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Moab (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Moab is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Moab costs $83 per day, on average, or $165 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Moab.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Moab (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Moab is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Moab

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$74/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$74/day

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