Corning travel guide

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You're Going to Love Corning

With a population of 11,183, Corning is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Corning to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Corning

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Cellar - Corning (21 W. Market Street) and Three Birds Restaurant Corning (73 E Market St) are great picks.

When to visit Corning

Corning in January
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Corning in January
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Corning in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Corning, with an average rainfall of 1.8″.

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How to Get to Corning

Plane

When flying to Corning, you’ll arrive at Corning-Elmira (ELM), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Corning include Allegiant Air, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Corning departs from Nashville and takes around 3h 48m.

Car

Another option to get to Corning is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 185 miles from Corning. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Corning’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Corning, you’ll arrive at Corning-Elmira (ELM), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Corning include Allegiant Air, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Corning departs from Nashville and takes around 3h 48m.

Car

Another option to get to Corning is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 185 miles from Corning. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Corning’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Corning

Lufthansa
Good (4,675 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,990 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,009 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,754 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (734 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,574 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Corning

Most booked hotels in Corning

Staybridge Suites Corning
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 570 reviews)
$156+
Hilton Garden Inn Corning Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 471 reviews)
$211+
Courtyard by Marriott Elmira Horseheads
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 61 reviews)
$161+
Fairfield Inn Corning Riverside
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 199 reviews)
$166+
Hampton Inn Elmira/Horseheads
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 147 reviews)
$167+
Econo Lodge Painted Post - Corning
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 417 reviews)
$112+

Renting a car in Corning

Renting a car in Corning costs $116 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Corning-Elmira.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Corning (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. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Corning, while also 13% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Corning costs $116 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Corning-Elmira.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Corning (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. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Corning, while also 13% cheaper than other types, on average.