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

Squamish travel guide

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Squamish is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Squamish deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Squamish

Squamish in October
Estimated hotel price
$269
1 night at 3-star hotel
Squamish in October
Estimated hotel price
$269
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Squamish in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 391 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Squamish, with an average rainfall of 59 mm.

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How to Get to Squamish

Plane

Although Squamish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 28 miles from Squamish.

Car

Another option to get to Squamish is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 32 miles from Squamish. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Plane

Although Squamish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 28 miles from Squamish.

Car

Another option to get to Squamish is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 32 miles from Squamish. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Squamish

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YCDNanaimo Arpt

Airlines serving Squamish

Lufthansa
Good (8,222 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,215 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,072 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,564 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,212 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,986 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,619 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,482 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,600 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
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Where to stay in Squamish

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Company and August Jack Motor Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Squamish

Hiring a car in Squamish

Expect to pay $2.50 per litre in Squamish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $29.90 and $39.87. The most frequently booked car type in Squamish is Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.50 per litre in Squamish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $29.90 and $39.87. The most frequently booked car type in Squamish is Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.