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Valdosta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Valdosta

With a population of 54,518, Valdosta is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Valdosta deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Valdosta

Copeland African American Museum
Museums•Historical

When to visit Valdosta

Valdosta in August
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valdosta in August
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Valdosta in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 8″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Valdosta, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Valdosta

Plane

When flying to Valdosta, you’ll arrive at Valdosta (VLD), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Valdosta include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Valdosta departs from Philadelphia and takes around 4h 46m.

Car

Another option to get to Valdosta is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 195 miles from Valdosta. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Valdosta using FlixBus or Greyhound. The most popular bus station is Valdosta Citgo, located 2 miles from downtown Valdosta. Valdosta Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Valdosta, you’ll arrive at Valdosta (VLD), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Valdosta include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Valdosta departs from Philadelphia and takes around 4h 46m.

Car

Another option to get to Valdosta is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 195 miles from Valdosta. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Valdosta using FlixBus or Greyhound. The most popular bus station is Valdosta Citgo, located 2 miles from downtown Valdosta. Valdosta Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Valdosta

JAXJacksonville
TLHTallahassee
GNVGainesville Regional

Airlines serving Valdosta

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
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Where to stay in Valdosta

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn At the Mall - Valdosta and Sleep Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valdosta

Most booked hotels in Valdosta

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Drury Plaza Hotel Valdosta
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2634 reviews)
$142+
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Wingate By Wyndham Valdosta/Moody Afb
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1575 reviews)
$168+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Valdosta, GA
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1459 reviews)
$141+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Valdosta/Conference Center
3 stars
Good (6.9, 1150 reviews)
$151+
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Baymont by Wyndham Valdosta at Valdosta Mall
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 1445 reviews)
$76+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Valdosta Mall
1 star
Okay (5.8, 1318 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Valdosta

Renting a car in Valdosta costs $76 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Valdosta.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Valdosta (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 Valdosta is Compact (Nissan Rogue 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, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Valdosta costs $76 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Valdosta.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Valdosta (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 Valdosta is Compact (Nissan Rogue 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, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Valdosta

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Economy

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$45/day

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