Fly & Drive guide
Fly into CAK, drive to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Your route
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
About 39 min · 28 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to CAK
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02Car at CAK
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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04Cabins & homes near Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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Before you land
Reservations
Free Entry with Specific Activity and Train Reservations
General entry to Cuyahoga Valley National Park is free, but tickets for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad must be booked separately via their official site. Lodging within the park is extremely limited; check availability for the Inn at Brandywine Falls through official channels or seek accommodation in Peninsula.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – October
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Cuyahoga Valley National Park?
Akron Canton Regional Airport (CAK) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from CAK to Cuyahoga Valley National Park?
Roughly 39 min (about 28 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park?
General entry to Cuyahoga Valley National Park is free, but tickets for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad must be booked separately via their official site. Lodging within the park is extremely limited; check availability for the Inn at Brandywine Falls through official channels or seek accommodation in Peninsula.
