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

Yuma travel guide

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You're Going to Love Yuma

With a population of 93,064, Yuma is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Yuma has to offer.

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When to visit Yuma

Yuma in July
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Yuma in July
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Yuma in July, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 105.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 0.6″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Yuma, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Yuma

Plane

When flying to Yuma, you’ll arrive at Yuma (YUM), which is located 2 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Yuma include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Yuma departs from Las Vegas and takes around 4h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Yuma is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 156 miles from Yuma. You’ll find branches of Turo and Carzi Contactless, among others, in Phoenix.

Plane

When flying to Yuma, you’ll arrive at Yuma (YUM), which is located 2 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Yuma include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Yuma departs from Las Vegas and takes around 4h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Yuma is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 156 miles from Yuma. You’ll find branches of Turo and Carzi Contactless, among others, in Phoenix.

Airports near Yuma

YUMYuma

Airlines serving Yuma

Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,864 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,019 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (458 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (27 reviews)

Where to stay in Yuma

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Yuma and Historic Coronado Motor Hotel by OYO. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Yuma, with prices from $46 to $256 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Yuma are about 109% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Yuma by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Yuma

Most booked hotels in Yuma

Radisson Hotel Yuma
3 stars
Excellent (9, 753 reviews)
$109+
La Fuente Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1769 reviews)
$81+
Wingate by Wyndham Yuma
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 821 reviews)
$76+
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Yuma
2 stars
Good (7.7, 2424 reviews)
$58+
Best Western Yuma Mall Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1284 reviews)
$68+
Motel 6 Yuma East
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1057 reviews)
$31+

Renting a car in Yuma

Renting a car in Yuma costs $85 per day, on average, or $255 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Yuma.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Yuma (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Yuma, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Yuma costs $85 per day, on average, or $255 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Yuma.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Yuma (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Yuma, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.