Upington travel guide
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You're Going to Love Upington
With a population of 71,373, Upington is a must-see destination in Northern Cape, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Upington to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Upington
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Upington in January, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 40 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Upington, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Upington
Plane
When flying to Upington, you’ll arrive at Upington (UTN), which is located 5 km from the city centre.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Upington Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Mall, located 1.2 km from the city centre of Upington. Upington Lutz St is also a commonly used station, and is 1.6 km from the city centre.
Airports near Upington
Airlines serving Upington
Where to stay in Upington
Average rates range from around £33 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £50 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Upington
Most booked hotels in Upington
Hiring a car in Upington
Hiring a car in Upington costs £37 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 70% cheaper than airport locations in Upington.
Expect to pay £1.03 per litre in Upington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.35 and £16.46. The most frequently booked car type in Upington is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Volkswagen Polo Vivo or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.