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

Odessa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Odessa

With a population of 99,940, Odessa 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Odessa has to offer.

Where to Eat in Odessa

If you’re looking for affordable options, Flair Taverna (2701 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy) and Barrel & Derrick at Marriott Odessa Conference Center (305 E 5th St) are great picks.

When to visit Odessa

Odessa in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Odessa in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Odessa 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 1.9″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Odessa, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Odessa

Plane

When flying to Odessa, you’ll arrive at Midland Intl (MAF), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Odessa include American Airlines, United Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Odessa departs from Grand Junction and takes around 4h 59m.

Plane

When flying to Odessa, you’ll arrive at Midland Intl (MAF), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Odessa include American Airlines, United Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Odessa departs from Grand Junction and takes around 4h 59m.

Airports near Odessa

MAFMidland Intl
HOBHobbs Lea County

Airlines serving Odessa

Lufthansa
Good (8,018 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,992 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,576 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,075 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,393 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,576 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (235 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,038 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (439 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,642 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (647 reviews)
Southwest
Good (4,278 reviews)
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Where to stay in Odessa

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Odessa and Microtel Inn & Suites Odessa.

Where to stay in popular areas of Odessa

Most booked hotels in Odessa

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Courtyard by Marriott Odessa
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 317 reviews)
$86+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Odessa I-20 By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 253 reviews)
$88+
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MCM Grande Fundome Odessa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 138 reviews)
$75+
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Baymont by Wyndham Odessa
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1311 reviews)
$65+
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Sonesta Essential Hotels Odessa
2 stars
Good (7.6, 282 reviews)
$47+
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Ramada by Wyndham Odessa Near University of Texas Permian
2 stars
Good (6.7, 802 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Odessa

Renting a car in Odessa costs $71 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Odessa.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Odessa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92.

Renting a car in Odessa costs $71 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Odessa.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Odessa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92.

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