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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 August
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
York in August
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 Orlando and takes around 2h 17m.

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 Drive Tri-State 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 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 Orlando and takes around 2h 17m.

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 Drive Tri-State and Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near York

PHLPhiladelphia
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving York

KLM
Good (1,599 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,294 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,283 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,469 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,118 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,228 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,722 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,698 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,487 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,030 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,894 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,543 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,411 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (322 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

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The Yorktowne Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 154 reviews)
$136+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 864 reviews)
$69+
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Wingate by Wyndham York
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1360 reviews)
$74+
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Wyndham Garden York
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1171 reviews)
$95+
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Bear House Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$170+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, York, PA
3 stars
Good (7.2, 875 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $54 per day, on average, or $214 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $54 per day, on average, or $214 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in York

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$45/day

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Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$46/day

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