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
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Seward in October
Estimated hotel price
$123
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 112 km from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Anchorage and takes around 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 126 km from Seward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 112 km from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Anchorage and takes around 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 126 km from Seward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Seward

ANCAnchorage
HOMHomer
ENAKenai

Airlines serving Seward

Lufthansa
Good (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,188 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,528 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,121 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,964 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,530 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,839 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,990 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,471 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,909 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,282 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,553 reviews)
Condor
Good (565 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,085 reviews)
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Where to stay in Seward

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nauti Otter Inn And Yurt Village and Hotel Seward.

Where to stay in popular areas of Seward

Most booked hotels in Seward

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Spruce Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 405 reviews)
$123+
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Harbor 360 Hotel Seward
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1428 reviews)
$191+
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Breeze Inn
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1233 reviews)
$123+
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Hotel Seward
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1204 reviews)
$81+
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Marina Motel
1 star
Good (6.9, 576 reviews)
$172+
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Van Gilder Hotel
2 stars
Good (6, 298 reviews)
$233+
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Renting a car in Seward

Renting a car in Seward costs $178 per day, on average, or $355 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Seward.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Seward costs $178 per day, on average, or $355 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Seward.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Seward

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$256/day

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Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$267/day

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