Idaho Falls travel guide

Idaho Falls Tourism | Idaho Falls Guide

You're Going to Love Idaho Falls

With a population of 56,813, Idaho Falls is a must-see destination in Idaho, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Idaho Falls deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Idaho Falls

If you’re looking for affordable options, D'railed (468 N Eastern Ave) and The SnakeBite (401 Park Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Idaho Falls

Idaho Falls in February
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Idaho Falls in February
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Idaho Falls in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Idaho Falls, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

Data provided by weatherbase
Temperatures
Temperatures
Data provided by weatherbase

How to Get to Idaho Falls

Plane

When flying to Idaho Falls, you’ll arrive at Idaho Falls Fanning Field (IDA), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Idaho Falls include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Idaho Falls departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 51m.

Car

Another option to get to Idaho Falls is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 187 miles from Idaho Falls. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Bus

Idaho Falls’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Idaho Falls, you’ll arrive at Idaho Falls Fanning Field (IDA), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Idaho Falls include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Idaho Falls departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 51m.

Car

Another option to get to Idaho Falls is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 187 miles from Idaho Falls. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Bus

Idaho Falls’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Idaho Falls

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,036 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (836 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,331 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (536 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (866 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Idaho Falls

Most booked hotels in Idaho Falls

Home2 Suites by Hilton Idaho Falls
3 stars
Excellent (9, 456 reviews)
$124+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Idaho Falls/Ammon
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1116 reviews)
$93+
Motel West
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1847 reviews)
$75+
Econo Lodge
0 stars
Good (7, 526 reviews)
$72+
Super 8 by Wyndham Idaho Falls
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 849 reviews)
$64+
Clarion Inn
2 stars
Okay (5, 393 reviews)
$66+

Renting a car in Idaho Falls

Renting a car in Idaho Falls costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Hertz, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Idaho Falls is the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch at 898 Northgate Mile, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Idaho Falls Fanning Field.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Idaho Falls (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 Idaho Falls is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Idaho Falls costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Hertz, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Idaho Falls is the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch at 898 Northgate Mile, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Idaho Falls Fanning Field.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Idaho Falls (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 Idaho Falls is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.