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

Redding travel guide

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You're Going to Love Redding

With a population of 89.861, Redding is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Redding deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Redding

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mosaic Restaurant (826 Sundial Bridge Drive) and View 202 - Redding (202 Hemsted Rd.) are great picks.

When to visit Redding

Redding in December
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Redding in December
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Redding in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 98.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 6.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Redding, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Redding

Plane

When flying to Redding, you’ll arrive at Redding (RDD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Redding include United Airlines, Copa Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Redding departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Redding is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 194 miles from Redding. You’ll find branches of Movly and Priceless, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Redding, you’ll arrive at Redding (RDD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Redding include United Airlines, Copa Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Redding departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Redding is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 194 miles from Redding. You’ll find branches of Movly and Priceless, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Redding

RDDRedding
ACVArcata Eureka

Airlines serving Redding

Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,461 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,139 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,552 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,552 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (682 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (324 reviews)
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Where to stay in Redding

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SureStay Plus by Best Western Redding and Comfort Suites Redding - Shasta Lake. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Redding, with prices from $65 to $477 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Redding are about 87% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Redding by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Redding

Most booked hotels in Redding

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Americana Modern Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1279 reviews)
$113+
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Oxford Suites Redding
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 964 reviews)
$130+
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Win-River Resort & Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 638 reviews)
$99+
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Gaia Hotel & Spa Redding, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 962 reviews)
$100+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Redding CA
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1516 reviews)
$80+
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Bridge Bay Lodge at Shasta Lake
2 stars
Good (7.1, 166 reviews)
$165+
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Renting a car in Redding

Renting a car in Redding costs $116 per day, on average, or $232 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Redding.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Redding (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Redding is Mini (Chrysler Town & Country or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Redding costs $116 per day, on average, or $232 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Redding.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Redding (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Redding is Mini (Chrysler Town & Country or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Redding

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Economy
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