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

Plattsburgh travel guide

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You're Going to Love Plattsburgh

With a population of 19,989, Plattsburgh is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Plattsburgh deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh in December
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Plattsburgh in December
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Plattsburgh in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Plattsburgh, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Plattsburgh

Plane

When flying to Plattsburgh, you’ll arrive at Plattsburgh Intl (PBG), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Plattsburgh departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Plattsburgh is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 174 miles from Plattsburgh. You’ll find branches of Movly and Thrifty, among others, in Portland.

Plane

When flying to Plattsburgh, you’ll arrive at Plattsburgh Intl (PBG), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Plattsburgh departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Plattsburgh is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 174 miles from Plattsburgh. You’ll find branches of Movly and Thrifty, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Plattsburgh

Airlines serving Plattsburgh

KLM
Good (1,597 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,271 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,680 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,691 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,027 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,442 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,819 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,121 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,219 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,969 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,431 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,555 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (697 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,189 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (676 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (324 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,444 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (680 reviews)
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Where to stay in Plattsburgh

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Plattsburgh By IHG and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plattsburgh.

Where to stay in popular areas of Plattsburgh

Most booked hotels in Plattsburgh

Hampton Inn & Suites Plattsburgh
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 345 reviews)
$152+
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Plattsburgh
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 834 reviews)
$111+
Quality Inn & Suites Plattsburgh
3 stars
Good (6.4, 922 reviews)
$80+
Days Inn by Wyndham Plattsburgh
3 stars
Good (6.4, 1781 reviews)
$88+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Plattsburgh
3 stars
Good (6.2, 1441 reviews)
$76+
Super 8 by Wyndham Plattsburgh
2 stars
Okay (4.5, 1039 reviews)
$63+

Renting a car in Plattsburgh

Renting a car in Plattsburgh costs $81 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Plattsburgh.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Plattsburgh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Plattsburgh is Intermediate (Kia K5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Plattsburgh costs $81 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Plattsburgh.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Plattsburgh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Plattsburgh is Intermediate (Kia K5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.