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

York travel guide

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You're Going to Love York

With a population of 43.718, York is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything York has to offer.

When to visit York

York in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
York in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to York in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °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 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in York, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to York

Plane

Although York doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 26 km from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 43m.

Car

Another option to get to York is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 248 km from York. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

York’s bus station is located 0.5 km from the city center.

Plane

Although York doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 26 km from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 43m.

Car

Another option to get to York is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 248 km from York. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

York’s bus station is located 0.5 km from the city center.

Airports near York

PHLPhiladelphia
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving York

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,697 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,031 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,843 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,142 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,169 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,668 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
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Where to stay in York

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites York North and Best Western Westgate Inn.

Most popular hotel in York by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of York

Most booked hotels in York

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Heritage Hills Golf Resort & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 612 reviews)
$78+
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Wyndham Garden York
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1073 reviews)
$83+
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Wingate by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1140 reviews)
$60+
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Bear House Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$170+
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Red Roof Inn York Downtown
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 577 reviews)
$63+
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Inn at York
2 stars
Okay (5.8, 817 reviews)
$55+
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Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $47 per day, on average, or $188 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in York (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. The most frequently booked car type in York is Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $47 per day, on average, or $188 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in York (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. The most frequently booked car type in York is Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in York

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$33/day

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Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

Compact
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