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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 41 miles 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 Fairbanks and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Palmer is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 37 miles from Palmer. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Palmer doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 41 miles 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 Fairbanks and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Palmer is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 37 miles from Palmer. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Palmer

ANCAnchorage

Airlines serving Palmer

Lufthansa
Good (8,231 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,584 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,218 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,645 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,937 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,464 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,985 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,914 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,543 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,304 reviews)
Condor
Good (589 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,100 reviews)
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Where to stay in Palmer

Average rates range from around $220 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $229 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, 174 reviews)
$353+
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Colony Suites
0 stars
Excellent (9.5, 106 reviews)
$196+
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The Pioneer Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 544 reviews)
$125+
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Colony Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 253 reviews)
$162+
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Eagle Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 526 reviews)
$170+
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Valley Hotel & 24/7 Open Cafe
3 stars
Good (7.5, 237 reviews)
$141+
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Renting a car in Palmer

Renting a car in Palmer costs $87 per day, on average, or $261 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 39% cheaper than airport locations in Palmer.

Expect to pay $4.50 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 $54.06 and $72.07.

Renting a car in Palmer costs $87 per day, on average, or $261 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 39% cheaper than airport locations in Palmer.

Expect to pay $4.50 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 $54.06 and $72.07.