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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Salina to see all of its attractions.

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 December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salina in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
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 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Salina departs from Denver and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Salina is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 264 km from Salina. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Salina’s bus station is located 4 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Salina, you’ll arrive at Salina (SLN), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Salina departs from Denver and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Salina is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 264 km from Salina. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Salina’s bus station is located 4 km from the city center.

Airports near Salina

MHKManhattan
SLNSalina
ICTWichita Eisenhower National

Airlines serving Salina

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,817 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,244 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,363 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,539 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,757 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,966 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,195 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,716 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,103 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,575 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,000 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, 1317 reviews)
$51+
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Holiday Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 834 reviews)
$93+
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Courtyard by Marriott Salina
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 138 reviews)
$130+
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Baymont by Wyndham Salina
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1045 reviews)
$70+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Salina, KS
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1418 reviews)
$71+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Salina South
2 stars
Good (6.4, 453 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Salina

Renting a car in Salina costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% 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. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salina, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salina costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% 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. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salina, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

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