Whittier travel guide
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You're Going to Love Whittier
With a population of 220, Whittier is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Whittier to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Whittier
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whittier in August, when the average temperature is 13 °C, and the highest can go up to 16 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is May, when it can get as cold as -18 °C, with an average temperature of -18 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 596 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Whittier, with an average rainfall of 250 mm.
How to Get to Whittier
Plane
Although Whittier doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 52 miles from Whittier. The shortest flight to Whittier from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 3h 21m.
Car
Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 51 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Anchorage.
Airlines serving Whittier
Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier
Renting a car in Whittier
Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Whittier (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.08 and C$ 22.78. The most frequently booked car type in Whittier is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Honda Fit or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.