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

Seward travel guide

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With a population of 2,693, Seward is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Seward deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Seward

Seward in October
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Seward in October
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Seward in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 9.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Seward, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Seward

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 69 miles from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Fairbanks and takes around 1h 02m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 79 miles from Seward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 69 miles from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Fairbanks and takes around 1h 02m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 79 miles from Seward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Seward

ANCAnchorage
HOMHomer
ENAKenai

Airlines serving Seward

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Seward

Most booked hotels in Seward

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Nauti Otter Inn And Yurt Village
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 285 reviews)
$58+
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Harbor 360 Hotel Seward
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1274 reviews)
$195+
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Spruce Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.5, 302 reviews)
$147+
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Exit Glacier Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.1, 534 reviews)
$204+
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Breeze Inn Motel
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1110 reviews)
$148+
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Hotel Seward
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1107 reviews)
$154+
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Renting a car in Seward

Renting a car in Seward costs $148 per day, on average, or $297 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, 39% more expensive than at Anchorage.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Seward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Impreza or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Seward costs $148 per day, on average, or $297 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, 39% more expensive than at Anchorage.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Seward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Impreza or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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