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How to get there
Where to stay
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Springfield travel guide

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You're Going to Love Springfield

With a population of 60,608, Springfield is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Springfield deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Springfield

Springfield in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Springfield in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Springfield in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °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 July, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Springfield, with an average rainfall of 2.2″.

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How to Get to Springfield

Plane

Although Springfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dayton (DAY), which is located 22 miles from Springfield. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Springfield departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Springfield is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 171 miles from Springfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Springfield using FlixBus or Greyhound.

Plane

Although Springfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dayton (DAY), which is located 22 miles from Springfield. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Springfield departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Springfield is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 171 miles from Springfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Springfield using FlixBus or Greyhound.

Airports near Springfield

CVGCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
DAYDayton
CMHColumbus

Airlines serving Springfield

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (855 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Springfield

Most booked hotels in Springfield

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Springfield, OH
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 773 reviews)
$115+
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Comfort Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8, 587 reviews)
$100+
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Baymont by Wyndham Springfield
2 stars
Good (7.6, 538 reviews)
$77+
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Red Roof Inn Springfield, OH
2 stars
Good (7.3, 527 reviews)
$104+
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Motel 6 Springfield Oh
2 stars
Good (6.8, 436 reviews)
$74+
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Quality Inn & Conference Center
2 stars
Okay (5, 673 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Springfield

Renting a car in Springfield costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 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, 21% more expensive than at Dayton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Springfield (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 Springfield is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Springfield costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 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, 21% more expensive than at Dayton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Springfield (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 Springfield is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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