Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Alice Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Alice Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bella Alice (Todd Mall) and Tali (93 Barrett Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Alice Springs

Alice Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$61
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alice Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$61
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 12 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Alice Springs include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Alice Springs departs from Adelaide and takes around 2h 10m.

Plane

When flying to Alice Springs, you’ll arrive at Alice Springs (ASP), which is located 12 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Alice Springs include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Alice Springs departs from Adelaide and takes around 2h 10m.

Airports near Alice Springs

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Airlines serving Alice Springs

Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,126 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,839 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,990 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,085 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,998 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (664 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (473 reviews)
Airnorth
Excellent (3 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Alice Springs

Most booked hotels in Alice Springs

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Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$207+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alice Springs
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$203+
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Alice Springs YHA
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$109+
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Mercure Alice Springs Resort
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$176+
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greet Hotel Alice Springs
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$117+
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Elkira Court Motel
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$117+
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Hiring a car in Alice Springs

Hiring a car in Alice Springs costs $134 per day, on average, or $268 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Alice Springs.

Expect to pay $1.96 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 $23.47 and $31.29. The most frequently booked car type in Alice Springs is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Alice Springs costs $134 per day, on average, or $268 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Alice Springs.

Expect to pay $1.96 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 $23.47 and $31.29. The most frequently booked car type in Alice Springs is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Alice Springs

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$75/day

Compact SUV

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$76/day

Compact
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