Katy travel guide

Katy Tourism | Katy Guide

You're Going to Love Katy

With a population of 14,102, Katy is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Katy has to offer.

Where to Eat in Katy

If you’re looking for affordable options, Uncle Julio's - Katy (20526 Katy Freeway) and Sapore Ristorante Italiano (6734 Westheimer Lakes North) are great picks.

When to visit Katy

Katy in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Katy

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 32 miles from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $63 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Katy, including RedCoach, Tornado Bus and Megabus. From Austin, the bus ride to Katy takes 175 miles and will cost you around $25. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 180 miles.

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 32 miles from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $63 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Katy, including RedCoach, Tornado Bus and Megabus. From Austin, the bus ride to Katy takes 175 miles and will cost you around $25. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airlines serving Katy

Lufthansa
Good (4,676 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (932 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,756 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (528 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Katy

Most booked hotels in Katy

Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 509 reviews)
$116+
Best Western Premier Energy Corridor
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 53 reviews)
$107+
Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1384 reviews)
$76+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Good (7.9, 363 reviews)
$91+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy
2 stars
Good (7.7, 593 reviews)
$54+
Palacio Royale Inn Boutique Katy
2 stars
Good (7.6, 685 reviews)
$86+

Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Houston George Bush Intcntl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Katy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Katy is Luxury (Audi A4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Houston George Bush Intcntl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Katy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Katy is Luxury (Audi A4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.