Lompoc travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lompoc

With a population of 42,434, Lompoc is a must-see destination in California, United States. Lompoc deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Lompoc

Lompoc in March
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lompoc in March
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lompoc in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Lompoc, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Lompoc

Plane

Although Lompoc doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 61 km from Lompoc. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lompoc departs from Seattle and takes around 6h 36m.

Train

The train station in Lompoc is called Lompoc Surf, and is located 14 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lompoc is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 207 km from Lompoc. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Lompoc.

Plane

Although Lompoc doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 61 km from Lompoc. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lompoc departs from Seattle and takes around 6h 36m.

Train

The train station in Lompoc is called Lompoc Surf, and is located 14 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lompoc is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 207 km from Lompoc. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Lompoc.

Airlines serving Lompoc

Lufthansa
Good (4,612 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,730 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,517 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,325 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (771 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,772 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lompoc

Most booked hotels in Lompoc

Hilton Garden Inn Lompoc, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 166 reviews)
$230+
Holiday Inn Express Lompoc
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 174 reviews)
$176+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast
3 stars
Good (7.9, 248 reviews)
$173+
Lotus of Lompoc - A Great Hospitality Inn
2 stars
Good (6.4, 604 reviews)
$72+
Motel 6 Lompoc
2 stars
Good (6.2, 685 reviews)
$79+
Red Roof Inn Lompoc
2 stars
Good (6, 315 reviews)
$75+

Renting a car in Lompoc

Renting a car in Lompoc costs $103 per day, on average, or $205 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, 37% more expensive than at Santa Maria Public.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lompoc (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 Lompoc is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lompoc costs $103 per day, on average, or $205 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, 37% more expensive than at Santa Maria Public.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lompoc (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 Lompoc is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Lompoc

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