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You're Going to Love Macon

With a population of 91,351, Macon is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States.

Where to Eat in Macon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dovetail - Macon (543 Cherry St) and Downtown Grill - Macon (562 Mulberry Street Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Macon

Macon in January
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Macon in January
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Macon in July, when the average temperature is 28 °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 2 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 127 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Macon, with an average rainfall of 69 mm.

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How to Get to Macon

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from the city centre of Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from the city centre of Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city centre.

Airlines serving Macon

Lufthansa
Good (7,134 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,345 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,831 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,684 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,924 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,456 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,660 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,811 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,135 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (802 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,302 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,294 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (357 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,223 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (860 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,340 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,151 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,883 reviews)
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Where to stay in Macon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Macon I-475 and Tru by Hilton Macon North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Macon

Most booked hotels in Macon

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$193+
Wingate by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$143+
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$121+
Courtyard by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$194+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Okay (5.9, Okay reviews)
$101+

Hiring a car in Macon

Expect to pay $1.54 per litre in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.40 and $24.53. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Macon, while also 33% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.54 per litre in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.40 and $24.53. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Macon, while also 33% cheaper than other types, on average.

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