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
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
York in December
Estimated hotel price
$102
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, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 18m.

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 Payless, among others, in New 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, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 18m.

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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near York

Airlines serving York

Lufthansa
Good (8,057 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,047 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,411 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,233 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,605 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,815 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (932 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,585 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,822 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,172 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,408 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,375 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 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, 821 reviews)
$68+
Wingate by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1262 reviews)
$65+
Wyndham Garden York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1118 reviews)
$91+
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)
$72+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham York
2 stars
Good (6, 955 reviews)
$60+

Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $65 per day, on average, or $261 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in York is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 25% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $65 per day, on average, or $261 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in York is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 25% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.