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

Red Deer travel guide

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You're Going to Love Red Deer

With a population of 73 593, Red Deer is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 9 days in order to fully appreciate everything Red Deer has to offer.

Where to Eat in Red Deer

If you’re looking for affordable options, Earls Kitchen + Bar - Red Deer (2111 Gaetz Avenue) and ABC Country (2085 Gaetz Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Red Deer

Red Deer in December
Estimated hotel price
£69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Red Deer in December
Estimated hotel price
£69
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Red Deer in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -16 °C, with an average temperature of -10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 97 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Red Deer, with an average rainfall of 13 mm.

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How to Get to Red Deer

Plane

When flying to Red Deer, you’ll arrive at Red Deer (YQF), which is located 11 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Red Deer is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 137 km from Red Deer. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Alamo, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Red Deer 7150 50 Ave, located 4 km from the city centre of Red Deer. Red Deer Radisson Hotel is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Red Deer, you’ll arrive at Red Deer (YQF), which is located 11 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Red Deer is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 137 km from Red Deer. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Alamo, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Red Deer 7150 50 Ave, located 4 km from the city centre of Red Deer. Red Deer Radisson Hotel is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Red Deer

Airlines serving Red Deer

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,738 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,088 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,718 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,485 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,775 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,124 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (191 reviews)
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Where to stay in Red Deer

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites and Days Inn by Wyndham Red Deer.

Where to stay in popular areas of Red Deer

Most booked hotels in Red Deer

iHotel and Conference Centre Red Deer
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£48+
Sandman Hotel Red Deer
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£51+
Baymont by Wyndham Red Deer
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
£44+
Super 8 by Wyndham Red Deer
2 stars
Okay (4, Okay reviews)
£26+

Hiring a car in Red Deer

Expect to pay £0.81 per litre in Red Deer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.65 and £12.87. The most frequently booked car type in Red Deer is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £0.81 per litre in Red Deer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.65 and £12.87. The most frequently booked car type in Red Deer is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.