Cerritos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cerritos

With a population of 49,041, Cerritos is a must-see destination in California, United States. Cerritos deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cerritos

If you’re looking for affordable options, Amor y Tacos (13333 south street) and Romano's Macaroni Grill - Cerritos (12875 Towne Center Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Cerritos

Cerritos in August
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cerritos in August
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cerritos

Plane

When flying to Cerritos, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 9 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cerritos include Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Cerritos departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Cerritos. The train journey from Cerritos to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cerritos is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 32 km from Cerritos. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cerritos, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Cerritos takes 64 km and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

When flying to Cerritos, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 9 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cerritos include Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Cerritos departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Cerritos. The train journey from Cerritos to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Cerritos is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 32 km from Cerritos. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cerritos, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Cerritos takes 64 km and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 193 km.

Airlines serving Cerritos

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,932 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Cerritos

Most booked hotels in Cerritos

Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1751 reviews)
$254+
Sheraton Cerritos Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 605 reviews)
$168+
The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1260 reviews)
$231+
Knott's Berry Farm Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1107 reviews)
$137+
The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8, 689 reviews)
$217+
Hotel Maya - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, 584 reviews)
$231+

Renting a car in Cerritos

Renting a car in Cerritos costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Cerritos (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 Cerritos is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are, on average, 81% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cerritos costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Cerritos (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 Cerritos is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are, on average, 81% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.