Boise to Modesto Flights

Boise Airport Information

Boise Airport is located less than five miles from downtown Boise and is the primary area serving the greater Boise area. When you book cheap flights from Boise through Orbitz.com, you will be able to choose from all of the major domestic air passenger carriers that service the airport, including Alaska Airlines, Southwest, Delta, United and US Airways. A variety of private charter air carriers also service the airport.

Airport Parking in Boise

The Boise Airport has four areas for parking, so you are sure to find one to fit your needs. The short-term lot is the closest to the terminals and costs a maximum of $21.50 per day. The garage offers covered shelter for your car, and the daily rate is $11.50. The long-term lot caps out at $9.00 per day, and the economy lot is only $7.50 per day. Because the airport runs a free shuttle service to the terminals for those who park in the economy lot, that lot is only opened when the long-term lot is completely full. You can check the parking status on the airport's website (iflyboise.com) or on the gateway sign at the airport's entrance.

Ground Transportation in Boise

You can hop on a bus at the first-floor green curb outside of baggage claim. Valley Ride serves Ada and Canyon counties, while Sun Valley Express offers transportation to Sun Valley and Tamarack. The Boise Shuttle Service offers hotel transfers and charter services in and around the Boise Valley. You can pick up a taxi on the lower level across the median at the black curb. Expect the fare to be roughly $10 to $15 for transportation to the downtown area. When you reserve a discount hotel room through Orbitz.com, you can choose one that offers free shuttle service to and from the airport.

Restaurants in Boise

The Boise Airport may be small, but it has a good selection of dining venues where you can grab a quick snack or a full meal. The Kopper Pub & Grill is located outside the terminals at 2661 Airport Way. The terminal food court features a Quiznos, Maui Tacos, McDonalds and Villa Pizza. The Great American Bagel & Bakery is located on Concourse B along with Home Team Sports Bar, and the Outpost Café offers power via USB outlets before the security checkpoint on the second-floor rotunda. Have a safe trip where you are headed, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to book cheap flights from Boise.

Modesto City-County Airport

When you are planning a trip to California, check Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Modesto. Modesto City-County Airport is located in the city of Modesto at 617 Airport Way. SkyWest Airlines, a division of United Airlines, operates daily flights between Modesto and San Francisco.

Transportation into Modesto

Both Hertz and Avis have rental car facilities at Modesto City-County Airport, and you can book your car ahead of time on Orbitz.com. Many local hotels offer complimentary shuttle service from the airport to the hotel, in which case you should contact your hotel for shuttle pickup. Taxis are also available outside baggage claim, and public buses have regularly scheduled routes to the airport, if you prefer to use public transportation.

Weather and Climate in Modesto, California

Mild temperatures and a moderate climate make Modesto, California, a popular vacation destination year round. Winter highs in January reach an average of 56 degrees, while average January lows hit 40 degrees. Precipitation in winter is generally between two to three inches per month. Summers are hot and dry, with average highs in the 90s and lows in the 60s. Modesto gets less than an inch of rain each month during the summer, and July is the driest month of all, with absolutely no rain on average.

Things to Do in Modesto

History buffs will enjoy visiting the McHenry Mansion and Museum, while movie lovers will want to seek out the locations where the classic film American Graffiti was filmed. Modesto is also within easy reach of other local attractions, such as the Hershey's Chocolate Visitor Center and Yosemite National Park. No matter when you travel to California, deals on vacation packages and cheap flights to Modesto from Orbitz.com can help you manage your vacation budget.