Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
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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Where to Eat in Moab

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jeffrey's Steakhouse (218 N 100 W) and The Cowboy Grill at Red Cliffs Lodge (Milepost 14, Highway 128) are great picks.

When to visit Moab

Moab in January
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Moab in January
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star 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 17 miles 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 195 miles from Moab. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Plane

When flying to Moab, you’ll arrive at Moab Canyonlands Field (CNY), which is located 17 miles 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 195 miles from Moab. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Airports near Moab

GJTGrand Junction Regnl
MTJMontrose County
CNYMoab Canyonlands Field

Airlines serving Moab

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,109 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,828 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,847 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,695 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,373 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,475 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (876 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (654 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,114 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (494 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (187 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,250 reviews)
Contour
Good (31 reviews)
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Where to stay in Moab

Average rates range from around $218 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Wingate by Wyndham Moab and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Moab. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Moab, with prices from $79 to $1,359 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Moab are about 21% 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, 453 reviews)
$224+
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Aarchway Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3150 reviews)
$155+
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Hyatt Place Moab
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1035 reviews)
$188+
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Field Station Moab
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 386 reviews)
$109+
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Wingate by Wyndham Moab
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1161 reviews)
$140+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Moab
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2042 reviews)
$152+
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Renting a car in Moab

Renting a car in Moab costs $94 per day, on average, or $187 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 74% cheaper than airport locations in Moab.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Moab is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Moab costs $94 per day, on average, or $187 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 74% cheaper than airport locations in Moab.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Moab is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Moab

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$101/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$103/day

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