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 16 miles from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 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 Drive Tri-State, among others, in New 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, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 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 Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Airports near York

Airlines serving York

Lufthansa
Good (8,229 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,579 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,660 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (960 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,214 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,641 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,487 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,385 reviews)
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Where to stay in York

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Westgate Inn and Holiday Inn Express & Suites York Ne - Market Street By IHG.

Most popular hotel in York by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of York

Most booked hotels in York

The Yorktowne Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 149 reviews)
$144+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 855 reviews)
$70+
Wingate by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1328 reviews)
$70+
Wyndham Garden York
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1148 reviews)
$91+
Bear House Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$170+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, York, PA
3 stars
Good (7.2, 857 reviews)
$71+

Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $56 per day, on average, or $224 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 11% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.50 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 $54.06 and $72.07. The most frequently booked car type in York is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $56 per day, on average, or $224 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 11% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.50 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 $54.06 and $72.07. The most frequently booked car type in York is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.