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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.

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 March
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fargo in March
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 Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 34m.

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 Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 34m.

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.

Airlines serving Fargo

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Frontier
Good (3,583 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,907 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,036 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,331 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (435 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (536 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,805 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (866 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Fargo

Most booked hotels in Fargo

Jasper Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 220 reviews)
$160+
Radisson Blu Fargo
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 514 reviews)
$166+
DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 380 reviews)
$138+
Courtyard by Marriott Fargo Moorhead, MN
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 160 reviews)
$130+
Element Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 23 reviews)
$158+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fargo, ND
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 605 reviews)
$114+

Renting a car in Fargo

Renting a car in Fargo costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Alamo 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.

Expect to pay $3.71 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 $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Fargo is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fargo costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Alamo 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.

Expect to pay $3.71 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 $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Fargo is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.