Destination
Grand Canyon, United States
The Grand Canyon reveals a mile-deep chasm of layered red rock, seen from the South Rim trails, a mule ride or a helicopter flight.
Trips to Grand Canyon from every city
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Lowest fares to Grand Canyon by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | $837 | 2 |
| Los Angeles | $1,379 | 6 |
| Salt Lake City | $1,413 | 2 |
| Seattle | $1,460 | 1 |
| Chicago | $1,523 | 5 |
| Tampa | $1,640 | 2 |
| Minneapolis | $1,785 | 3 |
| San Francisco | $1,813 | 1 |
| Las Vegas | $1,815 | 1 |
| Miami | $1,864 | 2 |
| Orlando | $1,959 | 2 |
| Atlanta | $2,313 | 1 |
| San Diego | $2,374 | 2 |
| New York | $3,968 | 4 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | fine |
| July | fine |
| August | fine |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | best |
| December | fine |
- June, July, August: Peak crowds; inner-canyon heat above 100°F and July monsoon storms
- December, January, February: Snow on the South Rim, few visitors; North Rim closed
- May, June, July, August, September, October: North Rim open mid-May to mid-October
Where to stay in Grand Canyon
- South Rim (Grand Canyon Village): Historic lodges on the rim itself; El Tovar and Bright Angel sell out early.
- Tusayan: Hotels a mile outside the south entrance with shuttle access.
- Williams: Route 66 town and the Grand Canyon Railway, an hour away.
- Flagstaff: Mountain college town with the best choice of hotels and restaurants.
- North Rim: Remote, cooler and quiet; open mid-May to mid-October.
What to do in Grand Canyon
- Walk the Rim Trail from Mather Point at sunrise
- Hike part-way down the Bright Angel or South Kaibab Trail
- Ride the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams
- Take a helicopter flight over the canyon
- Raft the Colorado River through the canyon
- Stargaze from the rim in a certified dark-sky park
Good to know
| Airports | Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG), Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), Harry Reid International (Las Vegas) (LAS) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | no |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/Phoenix |
| Kind of trip | national-park, nature, adventure, road-trip, family |
Questions about Grand Canyon
When is the best time to visit Grand Canyon?
March, April, May, September, October and November.
Do US citizens need a passport for Grand Canyon?
No. Grand Canyon is a domestic trip; a government photo ID is enough.
How expensive is Grand Canyon on the ground?
Grand Canyon is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.