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 CUT Casual Steak and Tap (416 21st St E), SULU Restaurant (226 2 Ave S) and State & Main - Saskatoon (475 2nd Avenue South). If you’re looking for affordable options, CHOP Steakhouse & Bar - Saskatoon (2815 Lorne Ave) and Mano's Restaurant and Lounge (200 -1820 8th St E) are great picks.

When to visit Saskatoon

Saskatoon in December
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saskatoon in December
Estimated hotel price
$176
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 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saskatoon from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 21h 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 4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Saskatoon is to pick up a car hire from Regina, which is about 146 miles from Saskatoon. You’ll find branches of National and Avis, among others, in Regina.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Saskatoon Esso Gas Station, located 6 miles from the city centre of Saskatoon. Saskatoon Husky Gas Bar - 315 Marquis Dr is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Saskatoon, you’ll arrive at Saskatoon (YXE), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saskatoon from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 21h 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 4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Saskatoon is to pick up a car hire from Regina, which is about 146 miles from Saskatoon. You’ll find branches of National and Avis, among others, in Regina.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Saskatoon Esso Gas Station, located 6 miles from the city centre of Saskatoon. Saskatoon Husky Gas Bar - 315 Marquis Dr is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Saskatoon

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Airlines serving Saskatoon

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,912 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,554 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,271 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,503 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,171 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,204 reviews)
Air China
Good (146 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,549 reviews)
China Southern
Good (146 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 $54 to $287 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)
$165+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Saskatoon South
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$144+
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Park Town Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$165+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Saskatoon
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$142+
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Hiring a car in Saskatoon

Hiring a car in Saskatoon costs $90 per day, on average, or $542 if you want to hire it for 6 days. Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget 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 3 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.01 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 $24.10 and $32.13. The most frequently booked car type in Saskatoon is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Tesla Model 3 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Saskatoon costs $90 per day, on average, or $542 if you want to hire it for 6 days. Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget 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 3 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.01 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 $24.10 and $32.13. The most frequently booked car type in Saskatoon is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Tesla Model 3 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Saskatoon

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$71/day

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