Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Fairmont travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fairmont

With a population of 18,704, Fairmont is a must-see destination in West Virginia, 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 Fairmont has to offer.

When to visit Fairmont

Fairmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fairmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$72
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fairmont in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Fairmont, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Fairmont

Plane

When flying to Fairmont, you’ll arrive at Clarksburg Benedum (CKB), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Fairmont departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Fairmont is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 171 miles from Fairmont. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Plane

When flying to Fairmont, you’ll arrive at Clarksburg Benedum (CKB), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Fairmont departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Fairmont is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 171 miles from Fairmont. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Fairmont

PITPittsburgh
CKBClarksburg Benedum
LBELatrobe Westmoreland County

Airlines serving Fairmont

Lufthansa
Good (7,944 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,909 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,326 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,440 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,193 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,638 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,757 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,957 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,218 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,952 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,274 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fairmont

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fairmont By IHG and Super 8 by Wyndham Fairmont.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fairmont

Most booked hotels in Fairmont

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fairmont By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 307 reviews)
$94+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morgantown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 620 reviews)
$104+
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Euro-Suites Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1377 reviews)
$102+
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Hilton Garden Inn Morgantown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 550 reviews)
$122+
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Hampton Inn Fairmont
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 360 reviews)
$88+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgantown
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1508 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Fairmont

Renting a car in Fairmont costs $88 per day, on average, or $265 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, 5% more expensive than at Clarksburg Benedum.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Fairmont (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fairmont, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fairmont costs $88 per day, on average, or $265 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, 5% more expensive than at Clarksburg Benedum.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Fairmont (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fairmont, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.

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