Lubbock Travel Guide

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You're Going to Love Lubbock

With a population of 229,573, Lubbock is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lubbock has to offer.

If you’re looking for affordable options, Double Nickel Steak House (5405 Slide Road) and Triple J Chophouse and Brew Co (1807 Buddy Holly Ave) are great picks.

Lubbock in January

Estimated hotel price

$164

1 night at 3-star hotel

$164

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lubbock in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 71 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lubbock, with an average rainfall of 14 mm.

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When flying to Lubbock, you’ll arrive at Lubbock (LBB), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lubbock from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 24h 45m.

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Airports near Lubbock

HOBHobbs Lea County

CVNClovis

LBBLubbock

Airlines serving Lubbock

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Emirates

Excellent (3,646 reviews)

Air Canada

Good (11,434 reviews)

Alaska Airlines

Good (12,774 reviews)

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Air New Zealand

Excellent (659 reviews)

Fiji Airways

Excellent (251 reviews)

Southwest

Excellent (4,216 reviews)

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Where to stay in Lubbock

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Lubbock - Southwest and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lubbock West By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lubbock

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Best Western Plus Tech Medical Center Inn

3 stars

Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)

$140+

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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Lubbock

3 stars

Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)

$153+

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Wingate by Wyndham Lubbock near Texas Tech Univ. Medical Ctr

3 stars

Good (7.7, Good reviews)

$116+

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lubbock West Medical Center

3 stars

Good (7.4, Good reviews)

$124+

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lubbock North

3 stars

Good (6.8, Good reviews)

$128+

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Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Lubbock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.89 and $31.86. The most frequently booked car type in Lubbock is Standard (Chevrolet Blazer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Lubbock

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