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

Saskatoon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saskatoon

With a population of 198,958, Saskatoon is the largest city in Saskatchewan, Canada by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saskatoon has to offer.

Where to Eat in Saskatoon

Downtown is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Saskatoon. These include popular favourites such as Little Grouse on the Prairie (167 3rd Ave South), Hearth Restaurant (102 Spadina Cres E) and Taverna Italian Kitchen (219 21st St E). If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Brighton (143 Gibson Bend) and Hunger Cure Restro Bar (10-123 2nd Ave S) are great picks.

When to visit Saskatoon

Saskatoon in December
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saskatoon in December
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Saskatoon in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -19 °C, with an average temperature of -14 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 64 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Saskatoon, with an average rainfall of 9 mm.

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How to Get to Saskatoon

Plane

When flying to Saskatoon, you’ll arrive at Saskatoon (YXE), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saskatoon from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 23h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Saskatoon. The train station in Saskatoon is called Saskatoon, and is located 6 km from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Saskatoon Esso Gas Station, located 10 km from the city centre of Saskatoon. Saskatoon Husky Gas Bar - 315 Marquis Dr is also a commonly used station, and is 7 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Saskatoon, you’ll arrive at Saskatoon (YXE), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saskatoon from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 23h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Saskatoon. The train station in Saskatoon is called Saskatoon, and is located 6 km from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Saskatoon Esso Gas Station, located 10 km from the city centre of Saskatoon. Saskatoon Husky Gas Bar - 315 Marquis Dr is also a commonly used station, and is 7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Saskatoon

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Airlines serving Saskatoon

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,871 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,355 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,906 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,555 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,499 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,546 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,725 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,853 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,182 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,232 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,506 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,148 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,902 reviews)
Air China
Good (144 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,203 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,557 reviews)
China Southern
Good (145 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saskatoon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Motel 6 Saskatoon Sk and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saskatoon East - University By IHG. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Saskatoon, with prices from $51 to $295 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Saskatoon are about 5% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saskatoon

Most booked hotels in Saskatoon

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Alt Hotel Saskatoon
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Saskatoon South
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$155+
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Sandman Hotel Saskatoon
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$141+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Saskatoon
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$132+
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Hiring a car in Saskatoon

Alamo, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Saskatoon is the Alamo branch at 2625 Airport Dr, which is 4 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in Saskatoon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.70 and $31.60. The most frequently booked car type in Saskatoon is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Saskatoon is the Alamo branch at 2625 Airport Dr, which is 4 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in Saskatoon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.70 and $31.60. The most frequently booked car type in Saskatoon is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Saskatoon

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$57/day

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