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

Ketchum travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ketchum

With a population of 2,689, Ketchum is a must-see destination in Idaho, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Ketchum deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Ketchum

If you’re looking for affordable options, Roundhouse (Midway up Bald Mountain) and Ida Thai (310 Main St S) are great picks.

When to visit Ketchum

Ketchum in April
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ketchum in April
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ketchum in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 1.4 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Ketchum, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to Ketchum

Plane

When flying to Ketchum, you’ll arrive at Hailey Sun Valley-Friedman (SUN), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Ketchum include United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Ketchum departs from Phoenix and takes around 3h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Ketchum is to pick up a car rental from Jackson, which is about 291 km from Ketchum. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Jackson.

Plane

When flying to Ketchum, you’ll arrive at Hailey Sun Valley-Friedman (SUN), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Ketchum include United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Ketchum departs from Phoenix and takes around 3h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Ketchum is to pick up a car rental from Jackson, which is about 291 km from Ketchum. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Jackson.

Airports near Ketchum

TWFTwin Falls Joslin
BOIBoise Air Term. Gowen Fld
SUNHailey Sun Valley-Friedman

Airlines serving Ketchum

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,749 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,702 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,119 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,861 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,205 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,526 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,488 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,660 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,669 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,439 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,795 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,078 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,691 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,056 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ketchum

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tamarack Lodge and Best Western Tyrolean Lodge. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ketchum, with prices from $87 to $655 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Ketchum are about 69% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ketchum

Most booked hotels in Ketchum

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Limelight Hotel Ketchum
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 153 reviews)
$280+
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Knob Hill Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 136 reviews)
$283+
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Hotel Ketchum
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 263 reviews)
$204+
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Best Western Tyrolean Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 610 reviews)
$148+
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Best Western Plus Kentwood Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 305 reviews)
$170+
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Sun Valley Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 152 reviews)
$260+
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Renting a car in Ketchum

Renting a car in Ketchum costs $124 per day, on average, or $248 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Hailey Sun Valley-Friedman.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Ketchum (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Ketchum is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ketchum costs $124 per day, on average, or $248 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Hailey Sun Valley-Friedman.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Ketchum (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Ketchum is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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