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.
Activities & attractions in Moab
Tours
Activities
Nature & Outdoor Activities
When to visit Moab
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″.
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 Portland and takes around 8h 40m.
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 Fox and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.
Airlines serving Moab
Where to stay in Moab
Average rates range from around $174 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $419 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Moab Gateway Inn and Hotel 191 - Moab. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Moab, with prices from $57 to $1,807 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Moab are about 23% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Moab
Most booked hotels in Moab
Renting a car in Moab
Renting a car in Moab costs $79 per day, on average, or $158 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Moab.
Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. Luxury (Mercedes-Benz GLC or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Moab, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.