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

Laurel travel guide

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You're Going to Love Laurel

With a population of 18,540, Laurel is a must-see destination in Mississippi, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Laurel deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Laurel

Laurel in May
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Laurel in May
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Laurel in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6.3″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Laurel, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Laurel

Plane

When flying to Laurel, you’ll arrive at Laurel Hattiesburg-PineBelt (PIB), which is located 20 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Laurel departs from Houston and takes around 1h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Laurel is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 133 miles from Laurel. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Plane

When flying to Laurel, you’ll arrive at Laurel Hattiesburg-PineBelt (PIB), which is located 20 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Laurel departs from Houston and takes around 1h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Laurel is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 133 miles from Laurel. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Airports near Laurel

MOBMobile
JANJackson-Evers Intl
GPTGulfport Biloxi Regional

Airlines serving Laurel

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,283 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,240 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,463 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,023 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,860 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,140 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,424 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,332 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,552 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,122 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (472 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (697 reviews)
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Where to stay in Laurel

Average rates range from around $261 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $147 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Laurel By IHG and Super 8 by Wyndham Laurel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Laurel

Most booked hotels in Laurel

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Hampton Inn & Suites Laurel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 476 reviews)
$191+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Laurel By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 609 reviews)
$135+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Laurel MS
2 stars
Good (7.2, 259 reviews)
$106+
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Econo Lodge Laurel
0 stars
Good (6.8, 467 reviews)
$71+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Laurel
2 stars
Good (6.1, 317 reviews)
$55+
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Baymont by Wyndham Laurel
2 stars
Okay (4.5, 435 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Laurel

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Laurel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Laurel, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Laurel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Laurel, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

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