Whitehorse travel guide
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You're Going to Love Whitehorse
With a population of 23,272, Whitehorse is the largest city in Yukon, Canada by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Whitehorse deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Whitehorse
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whitehorse in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °F, with an average temperature of 3.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 1.6″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Whitehorse, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.
How to Get to Whitehorse
Plane
When flying to Whitehorse, you’ll arrive at Whitehorse (YXY), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Whitehorse from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 7h.
Airports near Whitehorse
Airlines serving Whitehorse
Where to stay in Whitehorse
Average rates range from around $175 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $583 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Gold Rush Inn and Stop In Family Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Whitehorse
Most booked hotels in Whitehorse
Renting a car in Whitehorse
Renting a car in Whitehorse costs $92 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Whitehorse.
Expect to pay $5.26 per gallon in Whitehorse (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $63.14 and $84.19. The most frequently booked car type in Whitehorse is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Whitehorse
Compact
4 Adults, 2 Bags
$64/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$66/day