Whittier travel guide
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You're Going to Love Whittier
With a population of 220, Whittier is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States.
When to visit Whittier
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.
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 India departs from Bengaluru and takes around 34h 27m.
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 Dollar, among others, in Anchorage.
Airlines serving Whittier
Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier
Hiring a car in Whittier
Expect to pay ₹ 87 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 ₹ 1,042 and ₹ 1,390. The most frequently booked car type in Whittier is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (Chevrolet Impala or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.