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 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 04m.

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 Avis, 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 04m.

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 Avis, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Palmer

ANCAnchorage

Airlines serving Palmer

Lufthansa
Good (8,196 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,173 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,503 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,104 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,952 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,489 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,813 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,986 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,904 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,276 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Condor
Good (555 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,083 reviews)
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Where to stay in Palmer

Average rates range from around $182 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $226 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Palmer

Most booked hotels in Palmer

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Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.8, 67 reviews)
$155+
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Fishhook Sunrise B&B
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 136 reviews)
$209+
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Colony Suites
0 stars
Excellent (9.4, 102 reviews)
$246+
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The Pioneer Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 544 reviews)
$144+
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Eagle Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 520 reviews)
$172+
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Valley Hotel & 24/7 Open Cafe
3 stars
Good (7.3, 225 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Palmer

Renting a car in Palmer costs $89 per day, on average, or $266 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 112% cheaper than airport locations in Palmer.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65.

Renting a car in Palmer costs $89 per day, on average, or $266 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 112% cheaper than airport locations in Palmer.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65.