Introduction
Where to eat
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.

Where to Eat in Altoona

If you’re looking for affordable options, Johnny's Italian Steakhouse - Altoona (550 Bass Pro Drive NW) and AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino (One Prairie Meadows Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Altoona

Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
$138
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 20 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 20 km from the city centre.

Airports near Altoona

ALOWaterloo
DSMDes Moines
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Altoona

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,360 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,143 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,888 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,172 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,435 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (962 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,270 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 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

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 (5.2, Okay reviews)
$141+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines
2 stars
Mediocre (3.3, Mediocre reviews)
$91+
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Hiring a car in Altoona

Expect to pay $1.58 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 $18.92 and $25.22.

Expect to pay $1.58 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 $18.92 and $25.22.

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