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

Kalispell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kalispell

With a population of 19,927, Kalispell is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kalispell has to offer.

When to visit Kalispell

Kalispell in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kalispell in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kalispell in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -9 °C, with an average temperature of -5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 66 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kalispell, with an average rainfall of 25 mm.

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How to Get to Kalispell

Plane

When flying to Kalispell, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kalispell is to pick up a car hire from Spokane, which is about 149 miles from Kalispell. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Spokane.

Plane

When flying to Kalispell, you’ll arrive at Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kalispell is to pick up a car hire from Spokane, which is about 149 miles from Kalispell. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Kalispell

FCAKalispell Glacier Park
MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

Airlines serving Kalispell

KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,111 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,985 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,654 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,477 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,871 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,559 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (704 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,812 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (323 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (653 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (682 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (246 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kalispell

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Kalispell Glacier National Park and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kalispell By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kalispell

Most booked hotels in Kalispell

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Hampton Inn Kalispell
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$411+
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Glacier International Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$453+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Kalispell Glacier National Park
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$237+
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Aero Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$134+
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Americas Best Value Inn Kalispell
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$144+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Kalispell
2 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
$140+
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Hiring a car in Kalispell

Dollar, Budget and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kalispell is the Avis branch at 4170 Us Highway 2 East, which is 8 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Kalispell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.16 and $25.55. Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kalispell, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Dollar, Budget and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kalispell is the Avis branch at 4170 Us Highway 2 East, which is 8 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Kalispell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.16 and $25.55. Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kalispell, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Kalispell

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$125/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$153/day

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