Katy travel guide

Katy Tourism | Katy Guide

You're Going to Love Katy

With a population of 14,102, Katy is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Katy has to offer.

Where to Eat in Katy

If you’re looking for affordable options, Uncle Julio's - Katy (20526 Katy Freeway) and Sapore Ristorante Italiano (6734 Westheimer Lakes North) are great picks.

When to visit Katy

Katy in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Katy

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 32 miles from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from El Paso, expect to pay about $106 for a 18h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Katy, including RedCoach, Tornado Bus and Megabus. From San Antonio, the bus ride to Katy takes 180 miles and will cost you around $50. From Austin, the ticket costs about $5 for a journey of 210 miles.

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 32 miles from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from El Paso, expect to pay about $106 for a 18h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Katy, including RedCoach, Tornado Bus and Megabus. From San Antonio, the bus ride to Katy takes 180 miles and will cost you around $50. From Austin, the ticket costs about $5 for a journey of 210 miles.

Airlines serving Katy

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,712 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (512 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Katy

Most booked hotels in Katy

Best Western Premier Energy Corridor
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 51 reviews)
$107+
Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 514 reviews)
$115+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Good (7.9, 360 reviews)
$92+
Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1386 reviews)
$68+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy
2 stars
Good (7.7, 594 reviews)
$55+
Palacio Royale Inn Boutique Katy
2 stars
Good (7.6, 685 reviews)
$62+

Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Houston George Bush Intcntl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Katy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Katy is Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Houston George Bush Intcntl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Katy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Katy is Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.