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

Altoona travel guide

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You're Going to Love Altoona

With a population of 14,541, Altoona is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States.

When to visit Altoona

Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Altoona

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Altoona

ALOWaterloo
DSMDes Moines
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Altoona

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,863 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,812 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,317 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,148 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,550 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,465 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,835 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,102 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,020 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,487 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,505 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,142 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,748 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Altoona

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Altoona and Quality Inn and Suites Altoona - Des Moines.

Where to stay in popular areas of Altoona

Most booked hotels in Altoona

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$202+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$183+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$114+
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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr
3 stars
Okay (5.3, Okay reviews)
$147+
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Hiring a car in Altoona

Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.22 and $29.63.

Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.22 and $29.63.