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

York travel guide

York Tourism | York Guide

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 16 miles from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus 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 154 miles from York. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in New York.

Bus

York’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although York doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 16 miles from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus 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 154 miles from York. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in New York.

Bus

York’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near York

Airlines serving York

KLM
Good (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,896 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,859 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,300 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,389 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,167 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,547 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,558 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,903 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,259 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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 818 reviews)
$56+
Wingate by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1227 reviews)
$56+
Bear House Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$170+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, York, PA
3 stars
Good (7.1, 847 reviews)
$65+
Quality Inn & Suites York East
2 stars
Good (6.2, 462 reviews)
$65+
Inn at York
2 stars
Okay (5.8, 846 reviews)
$47+

Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $52 per day, on average, or $206 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in York is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 25% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $52 per day, on average, or $206 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in York is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 25% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.