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

Palmdale travel guide

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You're Going to Love Palmdale

With a population of 152,750, Palmdale is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Palmdale has to offer.

Where to Eat in Palmdale

If you’re looking for affordable options, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Palmdale (1325 W Rancho Vista Blvd) and El Torito - Palmdale (1161 W. Ave. P.) are great picks.

When to visit Palmdale

Palmdale in May
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Palmdale in May
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Palmdale in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 96.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 1.5″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Palmdale, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Palmdale

Plane

Although Palmdale doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 30 miles from Palmdale. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Palmdale departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

The train station in Palmdale is called Palmdale, and is located 0.9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Palmdale is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 38 miles from Palmdale. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Palmdale doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 30 miles from Palmdale. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Palmdale departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

The train station in Palmdale is called Palmdale, and is located 0.9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Palmdale is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 38 miles from Palmdale. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Palmdale

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Palmdale

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 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 (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Palmdale

Most booked hotels in Palmdale

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DoubleTree by Hilton Palmdale
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 186 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Palmdale-Lancaster
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 838 reviews)
$113+
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Embassy Suites Palmdale
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 384 reviews)
$157+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Palmdale
2 stars
Good (7.9, 664 reviews)
$114+
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Red Roof Inn Palmdale - Lancaster
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 1286 reviews)
$74+
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Palms Inn & Suites
2 stars
Okay (5.1, 1292 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Palmdale

Renting a car in Palmdale costs $60 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Palmdale (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. The most frequently booked car type in Palmdale is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Palmdale costs $60 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Palmdale (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. The most frequently booked car type in Palmdale is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Palmdale

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$28/day

Intermediate
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