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Where to stay
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Fargo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fargo

With a population of 105,549, Fargo is the largest city in North Dakota, United States by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Fargo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Fargo

If you’re looking for affordable options, HoDo Restaurant (101 Broadway) and 701 Eateries : Prairie Kitchen (701 N University Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Fargo

Fargo in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fargo in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fargo in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 8.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Fargo, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Fargo

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fargo. The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Fargo. Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fargo. The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Fargo. Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Fargo

BJIBemidji Beltrami County
FARFargo Hector Field
GFKGrand Forks

Airlines serving Fargo

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,109 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,847 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,371 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,271 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,374 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,105 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,721 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,475 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (654 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,114 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,925 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (494 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (704 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fargo

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Fargo Sw - I-94 Medical Center and Comfort Suites Medical Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fargo

Most booked hotels in Fargo

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Jasper Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 150 reviews)
$212+
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Radisson Blu Fargo
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 549 reviews)
$185+
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Element Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 40 reviews)
$152+
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Courtyard by Marriott Fargo Moorhead, MN
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 191 reviews)
$149+
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DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 379 reviews)
$146+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fargo, ND
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 699 reviews)
$131+
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Renting a car in Fargo

Renting a car in Fargo costs $57 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fargo is the Hertz branch at 2801 32nd Ave. N.w., which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Fargo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Fargo is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fargo costs $57 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fargo is the Hertz branch at 2801 32nd Ave. N.w., which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Fargo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Fargo is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Fargo

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$36/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

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