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Oswego travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oswego

With a population of 18,142, Oswego is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Oswego deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Oswego

Oswego in November
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oswego in November
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oswego in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °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 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Oswego, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Oswego

Plane

Although Oswego doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 31 miles from Oswego. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Oswego departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oswego. The train journey from Oswego to New York takes 5h 41m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $51 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Oswego is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 126 miles from Oswego. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oswego, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Oswego takes 255 miles and will cost you around $36. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 690 miles.

Plane

Although Oswego doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 31 miles from Oswego. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Oswego departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oswego. The train journey from Oswego to New York takes 5h 41m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $51 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Oswego is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 126 miles from Oswego. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oswego, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Oswego takes 255 miles and will cost you around $36. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 690 miles.

Airports near Oswego

ROCRochester Greater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Oswego

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oswego

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Clarion Hotel and Suites Riverfront and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oswego.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oswego

Most booked hotels in Oswego

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oswego
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 226 reviews)
$129+
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Knights Inn Oswego East
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 444 reviews)
$85+
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Clarion Hotel and Suites Riverfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 382 reviews)
$124+
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Best Western Plus Oswego Hotel and Conference Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 306 reviews)
$133+
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All Seasons Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 232 reviews)
$82+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Oswego
3 stars
Good (7.7, 267 reviews)
$142+
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Renting a car in Oswego

Renting a car in Oswego costs $78 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Syracuse Hancock Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Oswego (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Oswego costs $78 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Syracuse Hancock Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Oswego (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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