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

Altoona travel guide

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You're Going to Love Altoona

With a population of 14,541, Altoona is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 13 days in order to fully appreciate everything Altoona has to offer.

When to visit Altoona

Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9654
1 night at 3-star hotel
Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9654
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Altoona

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Altoona from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 49h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Altoona is to pick up a car hire from Kansas City, which is about 301 km from Altoona. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Kansas City.

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Altoona from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 49h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Altoona is to pick up a car hire from Kansas City, which is about 301 km from Altoona. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Kansas City.

Airports near Altoona

ALOWaterloo
DSMDes Moines
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Altoona

Lufthansa
Good (8,282 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,649 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,390 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,783 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,088 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,845 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,554 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in Altoona

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines and Quality Inn and Suites Altoona - Des Moines.

Where to stay in popular areas of Altoona

Most booked hotels in Altoona

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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,628+
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Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack and Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,242+
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,632+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 6,833+
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Quality Inn and Suites Altoona - Des Moines
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 5,030+
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Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
₹ 6,168+
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Hiring a car in Altoona

Expect to pay ₹ 117 per litre in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,401 and ₹ 1,868.

Expect to pay ₹ 117 per litre in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,401 and ₹ 1,868.