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

Whittier travel guide

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With a population of 220, Whittier is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Whittier to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Whittier

Whittier in May
Estimated hotel price
$315
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in May
Estimated hotel price
$315
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whittier in August, when the average temperature is 13 °C, and the highest can go up to 16 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is May, when it can get as cold as -18 °C, with an average temperature of -18 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 596 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Whittier, with an average rainfall of 250 mm.

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How to Get to Whittier

Plane

Although Whittier doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 84 km from Whittier. The shortest flight to Whittier from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 44m.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car hire from Anchorage, which is about 82 km from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Whittier doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 84 km from Whittier. The shortest flight to Whittier from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 44m.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car hire from Anchorage, which is about 82 km from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Whittier

ANCAnchorage
ENAKenai
VDZValdez

Airlines serving Whittier

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,153 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,503 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,265 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,638 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,083 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,929 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,438 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,778 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,973 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,473 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,892 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,222 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,272 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,563 reviews)
Condor
Good (548 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,079 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier

Hiring a car in Whittier

Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Whittier (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 Whittier is Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Whittier (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 Whittier is Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.