Whitefish travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whitefish

With a population of 6,357, Whitefish is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Whitefish deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Whitefish

Where to Eat in Whitefish

If you’re looking for affordable options, Abruzzo Italian (115 Central Ave) and Herb & Omni (101 Central Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Whitefish

Whitefish in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitefish in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whitefish in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Whitefish, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Whitefish

Plane

When flying to Whitefish, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whitefish include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Whitefish departs from Oakland and takes around 2h 01m.

Train

The train station in Whitefish is called Whitefish, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Whitefish is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 152 miles from Whitefish. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Spokane.

Plane

When flying to Whitefish, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whitefish include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Whitefish departs from Oakland and takes around 2h 01m.

Train

The train station in Whitefish is called Whitefish, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Whitefish is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 152 miles from Whitefish. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Whitefish

Airlines serving Whitefish

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,794 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (137 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (438 reviews)
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Where to stay in Whitefish

Average rates range from around $348 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $252 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Whitefish and Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whitefish

Most booked hotels in Whitefish

The Pine Lodge on Whitefish River, Ascend Hotel Collection
2 stars
Excellent (9, 405 reviews)
$143+
Hampton Inn & Suites Whitefish
2 stars
Excellent (9, 392 reviews)
$142+
Lodge at Whitefish Lake
4 stars
Excellent (9, 146 reviews)
$235+
Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 497 reviews)
$142+
Kandahar Lodge at Whitefish Mountain Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 284 reviews)
$244+
Grouse Mountain Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 711 reviews)
$128+

Renting a car in Whitefish

Renting a car in Whitefish costs $93 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Whitefish.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Whitefish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Whitefish is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Whitefish costs $93 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Whitefish.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Whitefish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Whitefish is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.