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

Palmer travel guide

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You're Going to Love Palmer

With a population of 5,937, Palmer is a must-see destination in Alaska, 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 Palmer has to offer.

When to visit Palmer

Palmer in December
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Palmer in December
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Palmer

Plane

Although Palmer doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 67 km from Palmer. Airlines that fly from the United States to Palmer include Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Palmer departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 43m.

Car

Another option to get to Palmer is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 60 km from Palmer. You’ll find branches of Turo and NextCar, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Palmer doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 67 km from Palmer. Airlines that fly from the United States to Palmer include Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Palmer departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 43m.

Car

Another option to get to Palmer is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 60 km from Palmer. You’ll find branches of Turo and NextCar, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Palmer

ANCAnchorage

Airlines serving Palmer

Lufthansa
Good (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,554 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,188 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,605 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,899 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,460 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,910 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,292 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,546 reviews)
Condor
Good (577 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,091 reviews)
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Where to stay in Palmer

Average rates range from around $241 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Palmer

Most booked hotels in Palmer

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Alaska Knotty Pine B&B
2 stars
Excellent (9.6, 180 reviews)
$323+
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Colony Suites
0 stars
Excellent (9.5, 106 reviews)
$277+
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The Pioneer Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 547 reviews)
$139+
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Colony Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 251 reviews)
$162+
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Eagle Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 525 reviews)
$170+
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Valley Hotel & 24/7 Open Cafe
3 stars
Good (7.5, 234 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Palmer

Renting a car in Palmer costs $86 per day, on average, or $259 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 60% cheaper than airport locations in Palmer.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Palmer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Palmer costs $86 per day, on average, or $259 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 60% cheaper than airport locations in Palmer.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Palmer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.