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

Natchitoches travel guide

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You're Going to Love Natchitoches

With a population of 18,323, Natchitoches is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Natchitoches deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Natchitoches

Natchitoches in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Natchitoches in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Natchitoches in August, 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 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Natchitoches, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Natchitoches

Plane

Although Natchitoches doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Alexandria (AEX), which is located 71 km from Natchitoches. Shreveport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Natchitoches departs from Cincinnati and takes around 5h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to Natchitoches is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 311 km from Natchitoches. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Plane

Although Natchitoches doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Alexandria (AEX), which is located 71 km from Natchitoches. Shreveport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Natchitoches departs from Cincinnati and takes around 5h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to Natchitoches is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 311 km from Natchitoches. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Natchitoches

SHVShreveport
AEXAlexandria
MLUMonroe Huenefeld

Airlines serving Natchitoches

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,642 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (226 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (947 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,050 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,195 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (699 reviews)
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Where to stay in Natchitoches

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Natchitoches By IHG and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Natchitoches.

Most popular hotel in Natchitoches by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Natchitoches

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Church Street Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 760 reviews)
$228+
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Comfort Suites Natchitoches
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 435 reviews)
$99+
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Best Western Natchitoches Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 410 reviews)
$104+
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Chateau Saint Denis Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.9, 2001 reviews)
$116+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Natchitoches
2 stars
Good (6.4, 440 reviews)
$73+
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Motel 6 Natchitoches La
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 285 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Natchitoches

Renting a car in Natchitoches costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Natchitoches.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Natchitoches (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Renting a car in Natchitoches costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Natchitoches.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Natchitoches (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

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