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

Salina travel guide

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You're Going to Love Salina

With a population of 47,707, Salina is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Salina deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Salina

Live Music & Event Venue
Art & Performing Arts•Music

Where to Eat in Salina

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tucson's Steakhouse (2750 S 9th St.) and YaYa's Euro Bistro - Salina (251 S Santa Fe Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Salina

Salina in January
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salina in January
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Salina in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Salina, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Salina

Plane

When flying to Salina, you’ll arrive at Salina (SLN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Salina departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Salina is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 164 miles from Salina. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Salina’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Salina, you’ll arrive at Salina (SLN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Salina departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Salina is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 164 miles from Salina. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Salina’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Salina

MHKManhattan
SLNSalina
ICTWichita Eisenhower National

Airlines serving Salina

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,649 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,015 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,607 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,056 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,689 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,513 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,551 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,620 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,518 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,894 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,040 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,662 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,185 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,625 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (949 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salina

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Salina

Most booked hotels in Salina

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Best Inn Motel Salina
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1311 reviews)
$57+
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Hampton Inn Salina
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 296 reviews)
$112+
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Hilton Garden Inn Salina
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 246 reviews)
$121+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Salina, KS
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1413 reviews)
$71+
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Best Western Plus Midwest Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.4, 132 reviews)
$69+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salina
3 stars
Good (6.7, 502 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Salina

Renting a car in Salina costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 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 6% cheaper than airport locations in Salina.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Salina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salina, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salina costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 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 6% cheaper than airport locations in Salina.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Salina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salina, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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