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

South Burlington travel guide

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You're Going to Love South Burlington

With a population of 17 904, South Burlington is a must-see destination in Vermont, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. South Burlington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit South Burlington

South Burlington in November
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Burlington in November
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to South Burlington

Plane

When flying to South Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Burlington include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to South Burlington departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 32m.

Car

Another option to get to South Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 290 km from South Burlington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Plane

When flying to South Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Burlington include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to South Burlington departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 32m.

Car

Another option to get to South Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 290 km from South Burlington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Airports near South Burlington

Airlines serving South Burlington

KLM
Good (1,518 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,990 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,589 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,574 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,066 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,387 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,982 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,923 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,504 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,579 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (334 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (688 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,644 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (284 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,340 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Burlington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express South Burlington By IHG and Comfort Inn & Suites South Burlington near University.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Burlington

Most booked hotels in South Burlington

Hotel Vermont
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 462 reviews)
$267+
Green Mountain Suites Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2048 reviews)
$166+
Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 311 reviews)
$180+
Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1163 reviews)
$150+
Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 229 reviews)
$225+
Hilton Garden Inn Burlington-Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 862 reviews)
$195+

Renting a car in South Burlington

Renting a car in South Burlington costs $69 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in South Burlington is the Budget branch at 1200 Airport Drive, which is 1 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in South Burlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in South Burlington is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda CR-V or similar) are, on average, 23% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in South Burlington costs $69 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in South Burlington is the Budget branch at 1200 Airport Drive, which is 1 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in South Burlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in South Burlington is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda CR-V or similar) are, on average, 23% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.