Pacifica travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pacifica

With a population of 37.234, Pacifica is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pacifica to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Pacifica

If you’re looking for affordable options, Moonraker (105 Rockaway Beach Avenue) and Puerto 27 Peruvian Kitchen & Pisco Bar (525A Crespi Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Pacifica

Pacifica in December
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pacifica in December
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pacifica in August, when the average temperature is 64.4 °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 48.2 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 6.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Pacifica, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Pacifica

Plane

When flying to Pacifica, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 10 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Pacifica include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Pacifica departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pacifica. The train journey from Pacifica to Los Angeles takes 0h 38m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Sacramento, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 41m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Pacifica is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 21 km from Pacifica. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pacifica, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Pacifica takes 113 km and will cost you around $13. From Sacramento, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 201 km.

Plane

When flying to Pacifica, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 10 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Pacifica include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Pacifica departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pacifica. The train journey from Pacifica to Los Angeles takes 0h 38m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Sacramento, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 41m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Pacifica is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 21 km from Pacifica. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pacifica, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Pacifica takes 113 km and will cost you around $13. From Sacramento, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 201 km.

Airports near Pacifica

Airlines serving Pacifica

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 (4,928 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)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Pacifica

Most booked hotels in Pacifica

Bay Landing Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1517 reviews)
$117+
Aloft San Francisco Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1604 reviews)
$144+
Sea Breeze Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 324 reviews)
$177+
Inn at Rockaway
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1443 reviews)
$162+
The Westin San Francisco Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1385 reviews)
$141+
Pacifica Lighthouse Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Good (7.7, 769 reviews)
$144+

Renting a car in Pacifica

Renting a car in Pacifica costs $48 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Pacifica.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Pacifica (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 Pacifica is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Pacifica costs $48 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Pacifica.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Pacifica (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 Pacifica is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.