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Yellowknife travel guide

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You're Going to Love Yellowknife

With a population of 15.865, Yellowknife is the largest city in Northwest Territories, Canada by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Yellowknife has to offer.

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When to visit Yellowknife

Yellowknife in May
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel
Yellowknife in May
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Yellowknife in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -20.2 °F, with an average temperature of -14.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 1.6″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Yellowknife, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Yellowknife

Plane

When flying to Yellowknife, you’ll arrive at Yellowknife (YZF), which is located 4 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Yellowknife from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 7h 19m.

Plane

When flying to Yellowknife, you’ll arrive at Yellowknife (YZF), which is located 4 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Yellowknife from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 7h 19m.

Airports near Yellowknife

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Airlines serving Yellowknife

KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,496 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,076 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,432 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,291 reviews)
Condor
Good (548 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,426 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (251 reviews)
Canadian North
Air North
Excellent (55 reviews)
Air Tindi Ltd.
North-Wright Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Yellowknife

Most booked hotels in Yellowknife

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Yk Aurora B & B
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 146 reviews)
$84+
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Jenny's Guest House
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 362 reviews)
$92+
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Chateau Nova Yellowknife
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 932 reviews)
$155+
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The Explorer Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 403 reviews)
$205+
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Nova Inn Yellowknife
3 stars
Good (6.9, 259 reviews)
$123+
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Quality Inn & Suites Yellowknife
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 348 reviews)
$140+
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Renting a car in Yellowknife

Renting a car in Yellowknife costs $101 per day, on average, or $404 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Yellowknife.

Expect to pay $5.53 per gallon in Yellowknife (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.32 and $88.43. The most frequently booked car type in Yellowknife is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Bronco Sport or similar) are, on average, 20% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Yellowknife costs $101 per day, on average, or $404 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Yellowknife.

Expect to pay $5.53 per gallon in Yellowknife (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.32 and $88.43. The most frequently booked car type in Yellowknife is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Bronco Sport or similar) are, on average, 20% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Yellowknife

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$85/day

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$85/day

Compact SUV
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