Chula Vista travel guide

Chula Vista Tourism | Chula Vista Guide

You're Going to Love Chula Vista

With a population of 243 916, Chula Vista is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Chula Vista deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Chula Vista

If you’re looking for affordable options, Savoie Italian Eatery (2015 Birch Rd. Suite 720) and Black Angus Steakhouse - Chula Vista (707 E Street) are great picks.

When to visit Chula Vista

Chula Vista in September
Estimated package price
$329
2 travelers
Flight to Chula Vista
3 nights at hotel
Chula Vista in September
Estimated package price
$329
2 travelers
Flight to Chula Vista
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chula Vista in August, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 1.9″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Chula Vista, with an average rainfall of 0″.

Data provided by weatherbase
Temperatures
Temperatures
Data provided by weatherbase

How to Get to Chula Vista

Plane

When flying to Chula Vista, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Chula Vista include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Chula Vista departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Chula Vista. The train journey from Chula Vista to Santa Ana takes 1h 47m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $31 for a 2h 09m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Chula Vista is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 194 km from Chula Vista. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chula Vista, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Busbud. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Chula Vista takes 217 km and will cost you around $65. From Tijuana, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 233 km.

Plane

When flying to Chula Vista, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Chula Vista include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Chula Vista departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Chula Vista. The train journey from Chula Vista to Santa Ana takes 1h 47m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $31 for a 2h 09m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Chula Vista is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 194 km from Chula Vista. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chula Vista, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Busbud. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Chula Vista takes 217 km and will cost you around $65. From Tijuana, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Chula Vista

Airlines serving Chula Vista

Lufthansa
Good (4,623 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,746 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (877 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Chula Vista

Most booked hotels in Chula Vista

Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 657 reviews)
$185+
Rambler Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 474 reviews)
$122+
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3195 reviews)
$298+
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2173 reviews)
$294+
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1413 reviews)
$268+
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1233 reviews)
$304+

Renting a car in Chula Vista

Renting a car in Chula Vista costs $56 per day, on average, or $111 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 San Diego.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Chula Vista (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Dodge Neon or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Chula Vista, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Chula Vista costs $56 per day, on average, or $111 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 San Diego.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Chula Vista (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Dodge Neon or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Chula Vista, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.