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

Seward travel guide

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With a population of 2,693, Seward is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Seward deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Seward

Seward in October
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Seward in October
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Seward in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 9.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Seward, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Seward

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 69 miles from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Condor and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Fairbanks and takes around 1h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 79 miles from Seward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 69 miles from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Condor and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Fairbanks and takes around 1h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 79 miles from Seward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Seward

ANCAnchorage
HOMHomer
ENAKenai

Airlines serving Seward

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,820 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,863 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,473 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,680 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,101 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,505 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,805 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,545 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,718 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Seward

Most booked hotels in Seward

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Nauti Otter Inn And Yurt Village
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 299 reviews)
$58+
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Harbor 360 Hotel Seward
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1307 reviews)
$299+
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Spruce Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, 326 reviews)
$217+
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Hotel Seward
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1114 reviews)
$179+
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Hotel Edgewater
3 stars
Good (7.6, 102 reviews)
$249+
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Breeze Inn
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1131 reviews)
$199+
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Renting a car in Seward

Renting a car in Seward costs $160 per day, on average, or $319 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, 17% more expensive than at Anchorage.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Seward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Seward costs $160 per day, on average, or $319 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, 17% more expensive than at Anchorage.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Seward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Seward

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$259/day

Supplier choice

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$450/day

Compact
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