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How to get there
Where to stay
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Sturgis travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sturgis

With a population of 6,627, Sturgis is a must-see destination in South Dakota, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Sturgis deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Sturgis

Sturgis in March
Estimated hotel price
$67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sturgis in March
Estimated hotel price
$67
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sturgis in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Sturgis, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Sturgis

Plane

Although Sturgis doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 34 miles from Sturgis. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sturgis include Emirates, Air New Zealand and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Sturgis departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

Plane

Although Sturgis doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 34 miles from Sturgis. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sturgis include Emirates, Air New Zealand and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Sturgis departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

Airports near Sturgis

RAPRapid City

Airlines serving Sturgis

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sturgis

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis and Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sturgis.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sturgis

Most booked hotels in Sturgis

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The Hotel Sturgis
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 223 reviews)
$107+
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Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sturgis
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 440 reviews)
$70+
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Days End Campground & Rv Park
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, 11 reviews)
$77+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Sturgis
2 stars
Good (7.8, 474 reviews)
$57+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis
2 stars
Good (7.4, 131 reviews)
$55+
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Sturgis Lodge and Suites
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 80 reviews)
$66+
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Renting a car in Sturgis

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sturgis (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sturgis (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.

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