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How to get there
Where to stay
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Skaneateles travel guide

Skaneateles Tourism | Skaneateles Guide

You're Going to Love Skaneateles

With a population of 2.474, Skaneateles is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Skaneateles to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Skaneateles

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hidden Fish (7 fennel st) and Moro's Kitchen (28 Jordan St) are great picks.

When to visit Skaneateles

Skaneateles in November
Estimated hotel price
$303
1 night at 3-star hotel
Skaneateles in November
Estimated hotel price
$303
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Skaneateles

Plane

Although Skaneateles doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 32 km from Skaneateles. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Skaneateles departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Skaneateles. The train journey from Skaneateles to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $46 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Skaneateles is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 316 km from Skaneateles. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Skaneateles, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Skaneateles takes 386 km and will cost you around $40. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $191 for a journey of 1118 km.

Plane

Although Skaneateles doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 32 km from Skaneateles. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Skaneateles departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Skaneateles. The train journey from Skaneateles to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $46 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Skaneateles is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 316 km from Skaneateles. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Skaneateles, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Skaneateles takes 386 km and will cost you around $40. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $191 for a journey of 1118 km.

Airports near Skaneateles

ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Skaneateles

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,450 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
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Where to stay in Skaneateles

Average rates range from around $289 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $351 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Skaneateles

Most booked hotels in Skaneateles

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Mirbeau Inn & Spa - Skaneateles
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, 143 reviews)
$503+
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The Bond 1835
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, 69 reviews)
$224+
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Skaneateles Suites Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 240 reviews)
$231+
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Finger Lakes Lodging
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 278 reviews)
$190+
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Whispering Winds Motel
2 stars
Good (6.6, 92 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Skaneateles

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Skaneateles (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Skaneateles (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

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