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 5 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 17m.

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.

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 17m.

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.

Airports near York

PHLPhiladelphia
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving York

Lufthansa
Good (8,155 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,545 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,018 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,485 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,035 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,384 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,345 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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Wingate by Wyndham York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1294 reviews)
$62+
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Wyndham Garden York
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1130 reviews)
$83+
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Best Western Westgate Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 536 reviews)
$61+
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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, 846 reviews)
$77+
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Homestay - Penn State York Annex House
0 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$66+
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Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $50 per day, on average, or $250 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 41% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.24 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 $50.88 and $67.83. The most frequently booked car type in York is Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $50 per day, on average, or $250 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 41% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $4.24 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 $50.88 and $67.83. The most frequently booked car type in York is Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in York

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$47/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$48/day

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