Oklahoma City travel guide
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You're Going to Love Oklahoma City
With a population of 579,999, Oklahoma City is the largest city in Oklahoma, United States by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Oklahoma City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Oklahoma City
Food, Drinks, & Nightlife
Where to Eat in Oklahoma City
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cafe 501 - Classen Curve (5825 N.W. Grand Blvd) and Uncle Julio's - Oklahoma City (1344 W Memorial Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Oklahoma City
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oklahoma City in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Oklahoma City, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Oklahoma City
Plane
When flying to Oklahoma City, you’ll arrive at Oklahoma Will Rogers Airport (OKC), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Oklahoma City include American Airlines, Delta and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Oklahoma City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 30m.
Train
The train station in Oklahoma City is called Oklahoma City, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Oklahoma City is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 190 miles from Oklahoma City. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Dallas.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Oklahoma City using Tornado Bus or Greyhound. From Tulsa, the bus ride to Oklahoma City takes 135 miles and will cost you around $120. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 180 miles. The most popular bus station is Oklahoma City Bus Terminal - 1948 E Reno Ave, located 2 miles from downtown Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City City Hall is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Oklahoma City
Where to stay in Oklahoma City
Average rates range from around $128 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $201 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites Oklahoma City West - I-40 and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oklahoma City Quail Springs.
Where to stay in popular areas of Oklahoma City
Most booked hotels in Oklahoma City
Renting a car in Oklahoma City
Renting a car in Oklahoma City costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Avis and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Oklahoma City is the Hertz branch at 5201 S Meridian Ave, which is 6 miles from the city center.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Oklahoma City.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Oklahoma City (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 Oklahoma City is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Dodge Journey or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Oklahoma City
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$27/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$30/day