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

Saskatoon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saskatoon

With a population of 198,958, Saskatoon is the largest city in Saskatchewan, Canada by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saskatoon has to offer.

Where to Eat in Saskatoon

Downtown is the neighborhood with the most restaurants in Saskatoon. These include popular favorites such as Little Grouse on the Prairie (167 3rd Ave South), Hearth Restaurant (102 Spadina Cres E) and Taverna Italian Kitchen (219 21st St E). If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Brighton (143 Gibson Bend) and Hunger Cure Restro Bar (10-123 2nd Ave S) are great picks.

When to visit Saskatoon

Saskatoon in February
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saskatoon in February
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Saskatoon in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °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 -2.2 °F, with an average temperature of 6.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Saskatoon, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Saskatoon

Plane

When flying to Saskatoon, you’ll arrive at Saskatoon (YXE), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Saskatoon from the United States departs from Dallas and takes around 7h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Saskatoon is to pick up a car rental from Regina, which is about 146 miles from Saskatoon. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Regina.

Plane

When flying to Saskatoon, you’ll arrive at Saskatoon (YXE), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Saskatoon from the United States departs from Dallas and takes around 7h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Saskatoon is to pick up a car rental from Regina, which is about 146 miles from Saskatoon. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Regina.

Airports near Saskatoon

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Airlines serving Saskatoon

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,554 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,025 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,491 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,069 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,429 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,357 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,524 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,973 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,288 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,222 reviews)
Air China
Good (160 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saskatoon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Motel 6 Saskatoon Sk and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saskatoon East - University By IHG. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Saskatoon, with prices from $46 to $210 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Saskatoon are about 2% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saskatoon

Most booked hotels in Saskatoon

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Alt Hotel Saskatoon
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 657 reviews)
$121+
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Sandman Signature Saskatoon South Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 468 reviews)
$109+
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Saskatoon Inn
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1291 reviews)
$100+
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Sandman Hotel Saskatoon
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1004 reviews)
$86+
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Heritage Inn Hotel & Convention Centre - Saskatoon
2 stars
Good (7.5, 726 reviews)
$76+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Saskatoon
3 stars
Good (7, 1503 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Saskatoon

Renting a car in Saskatoon costs $39 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Saskatoon is the Alamo branch at 2625 Airport Dr, which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Saskatoon.

Expect to pay $5.53 per gallon in Saskatoon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.32 and $88.43. The most frequently booked car type in Saskatoon is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saskatoon costs $39 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Saskatoon is the Alamo branch at 2625 Airport Dr, which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Saskatoon.

Expect to pay $5.53 per gallon in Saskatoon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.32 and $88.43. The most frequently booked car type in Saskatoon is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Saskatoon

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$39/day

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