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

Macon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Macon

With a population of 91,351, Macon is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States.

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Where to Eat in Macon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dovetail - Macon (543 Cherry St) and Downtown Grill - Macon (562 Mulberry Street Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Macon

Macon in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Macon in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Macon in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 127 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Macon, with an average rainfall of 69 mm.

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How to Get to Macon

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Macon from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 26h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around S$ 41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about S$ 78 for a 5h 48m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Macon takes 314 km and will cost you around S$ 91. From Nashville, the ticket costs about S$ 43 for a journey of 402 km. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 9 km from the city centre of Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 18 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Macon from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 26h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around S$ 41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about S$ 78 for a 5h 48m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Macon takes 314 km and will cost you around S$ 91. From Nashville, the ticket costs about S$ 43 for a journey of 402 km. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 9 km from the city centre of Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 18 km from the city centre.

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ABYAlbany Dougherty County
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,535 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,994 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,483 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,774 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,001 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (861 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,371 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,543 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,203 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,042 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Macon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include My Homes Macon North I-75 and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Macon, with prices from S$ 53 to S$ 504 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Macon are about 114% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Macon

Most booked hotels in Macon

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Courtyard by Marriott Warner Robins
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 190+
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Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 107+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 118+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 79+
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SureStay Plus by Best Western Warner Robins AFB
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 114+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Warner Robins
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 115+
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Hiring a car in Macon

Expect to pay S$ 1.17 per litre in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 13.99 and S$ 18.65. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Macon, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.17 per litre in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 13.99 and S$ 18.65. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Macon, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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