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

Kendal travel guide

Kendal Tourism | Kendal Guide

You're Going to Love Kendal

With a population of 29 468, Kendal is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kendal to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kendal

Kendal in February
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kendal in February
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kendal

Plane

Although Kendal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 87 km from Kendal. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Kendal departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Kendal is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 100 km from Kendal. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Kendal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 87 km from Kendal. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Kendal departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Kendal is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 100 km from Kendal. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Kendal

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Kendal

Lufthansa
Good (8,286 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,269 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,112 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (983 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,654 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,685 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,392 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,453 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,383 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,790 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kendal

Average rates range from around £103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £162 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kendal

Most booked hotels in Kendal

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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The Gateway Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Woodlands
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Gilpin Bridge Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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Hiring a car in Kendal

Hiring a car in Kendal costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Kendal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.80 and £27.73. The most frequently booked car type in Kendal is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Renault Kangoo or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kendal costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Kendal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.80 and £27.73. The most frequently booked car type in Kendal is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Renault Kangoo or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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