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

Roswell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Roswell

With a population of 48,366, Roswell is a must-see destination in New Mexico, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Roswell deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Roswell

Roswell in December
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Roswell in December
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Roswell in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 2.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Roswell, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Roswell

Plane

When flying to Roswell, you’ll arrive at Roswell Intl (ROW), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Roswell include American Airlines, United Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Roswell departs from Grand Junction and takes around 4h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Roswell is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 168 miles from Roswell. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Roswell’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Roswell, you’ll arrive at Roswell Intl (ROW), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Roswell include American Airlines, United Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Roswell departs from Grand Junction and takes around 4h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Roswell is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 168 miles from Roswell. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Roswell’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Roswell

United Airlines
Good (9,435 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,571 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (456 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,468 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (613 reviews)
Contour
Good (42 reviews)

Where to stay in Roswell

Average rates range from around $112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $111 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Roswell By IHG and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Roswell By IHG.

Most popular hotel in Roswell by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Roswell

Most booked hotels in Roswell

Roswell Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1515 reviews)
$73+
Best Western El Rancho Palacio
2 stars
Excellent (8, 696 reviews)
$106+
Comfort Suites Roswell North
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1323 reviews)
$94+
Holiday Inn Roswell By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.8, 444 reviews)
$89+
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Roswell
3 stars
Good (7.6, 129 reviews)
$124+
Clarion Inn and Suites Roswell
3 stars
Okay (5.8, 482 reviews)
$40+

Renting a car in Roswell

Renting a car in Roswell costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Roswell.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Roswell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Roswell, while also 11% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Roswell costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Roswell.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Roswell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Roswell, while also 11% cheaper than other types, on average.