Flights from ABQ to Cedar City
Visit Cedar City
Arriving at Cedar City Regional Airport Airport in Cedar City places you among it all, with nearby cities and landscapes an easy drive away. This high-altitude gem feels like a cozy mountain town mixed with a world-class arts scene. Known as Festival City, USA, it offers a welcoming vibe where you can grab a local coffee on Main Street before heading into the wild. You are perfectly positioned between the red rock desert and the lush alpine forests of Brian Head and Duck Creek Village. Whether you are catching an award-winning play or hiking through the sandstone slot canyons in nearby Kanarraville, Cedar City balances adventure and culture perfectly. - Catch a performance at the Utah Shakespeare Festival, a world-renowned tradition that brings the bard to life in the mountains. - Take a short drive up the canyon to Cedar Breaks National Monument for stunning views of a natural amphitheater. - Explore the iron-mining history of the region at Frontier Homestead State Park Museum. - Head south to Zion National Park to hike the towering cliffs of Kolob Canyons. - Hit the mountain bike trails or ski slopes at Brian Head Resort. - Visit Parowan to see the ancient Gap Petroglyphs carved into the rock. - Walk through the charming campus of Southern Utah University and enjoy the outdoor sculpture gardens. - Grab a slice of famous local pie in the tiny mountain town of Duck Creek Village. - Stroll through the downtown shops and local boutiques for a true small-town feel. - Marvel at the hoodoos and spire formations at Bryce Canyon National Park. The spirit of Cedar City is found in its connection to the land and its deep-rooted love for the arts. One of the best local secrets is the Sheep Parade during the Livestock Heritage Festival, where thousands of sheep run right down Main Street. It is this mix of quirky traditions and rugged natural beauty that makes the area so special. From the red cliffs of St. George to the quiet pine forests nearby, Cedar City serves as the ultimate gateway to the best of the American Southwest.
