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

Payson travel guide

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You're Going to Love Payson

With a population of 18,294, Payson is a must-see destination in Utah, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Payson to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Payson

Payson in May
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Payson in May
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Payson

Plane

When flying to Payson, you’ll arrive at Provo (PVU), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Payson departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Payson is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 50 miles from Payson. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Plane

When flying to Payson, you’ll arrive at Provo (PVU), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Payson departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Payson is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 50 miles from Payson. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Airports near Payson

SLCSalt Lake City
OGDOgden
PVUProvo

Airlines serving Payson

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,861 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,941 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,704 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,266 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,986 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,859 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (968 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Payson

Most booked hotels in Payson

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Hyatt Place Provo
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 523 reviews)
$156+
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Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 291 reviews)
$200+
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Quality Inn Payson I-15
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 452 reviews)
$85+
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Best Western Plus Provo University Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 840 reviews)
$90+
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Ramada by Wyndham Provo
2 stars
Good (7, 1619 reviews)
$76+
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Baymont by Wyndham Provo River
2 stars
Good (6.6, 1902 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Payson

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Payson (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. Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Payson, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Payson (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. Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Payson, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

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