Girdwood travel guide

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You're Going to Love Girdwood

With a population of 2,250, Girdwood is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Girdwood deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Girdwood

If you’re looking for affordable options, Seven Glaciers (1000 Arlberg Avenue) and Sakura Asian Bistro (1000 Arlberg Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Girdwood

Girdwood in January
Estimated hotel price
$214
1 night at 3-star hotel
Girdwood in January
Estimated hotel price
$214
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Girdwood in July, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Girdwood, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to Girdwood

Plane

Although Girdwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 32 miles from Girdwood. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Girdwood departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Girdwood is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 31 miles from Girdwood. You’ll find branches of Avis and Alaska Auto Rental, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Girdwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 32 miles from Girdwood. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Girdwood departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Girdwood is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 31 miles from Girdwood. You’ll find branches of Avis and Alaska Auto Rental, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Girdwood

Airlines serving Girdwood

Lufthansa
Good (7,180 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,835 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,097 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,423 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,037 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,450 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,980 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,032 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,885 reviews)
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Where to stay in Girdwood

Average rates range from around $262 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $227 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Girdwood

Most booked hotels in Girdwood

Alyeska Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 349 reviews)
$215+
Ski Inn
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$140+

Renting a car in Girdwood

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Girdwood (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.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Girdwood (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.