Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Alice Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Alice Springs

With a population of 25,186, Alice Springs is a must-see destination in Northern Territory, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Alice Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Alice Springs

Alice Springs in February
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alice Springs in February
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alice Springs in January, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 36 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 40 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Alice Springs, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Alice Springs

Plane

When flying to Alice Springs, you’ll arrive at Alice Springs (ASP), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Alice Springs departs from Adelaide and takes around 2h 10m.

Train

The train station in Alice Springs is called Alice Springs, and is located 0.6 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Alice Springs, you’ll arrive at Alice Springs (ASP), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Alice Springs departs from Adelaide and takes around 2h 10m.

Train

The train station in Alice Springs is called Alice Springs, and is located 0.6 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Alice Springs

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Airlines serving Alice Springs

United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,281 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,875 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (933 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,050 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,809 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (526 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (424 reviews)
Airnorth
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alice Springs

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Alice Springs YHA and Alice Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alice Springs

Most booked hotels in Alice Springs

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Desert Palms Alice Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$177+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alice Springs
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$179+
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Mercure Alice Springs Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$197+
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Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$139+
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Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$92+
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Hiring a car in Alice Springs

Hiring a car in Alice Springs costs $128 per day, on average, or $257 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Alice Springs.

Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Alice Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.42 and $25.89. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Alice Springs, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Alice Springs costs $128 per day, on average, or $257 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Alice Springs.

Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Alice Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.42 and $25.89. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Alice Springs, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Alice Springs

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$53/day

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$63/day

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