El Segundo travel guide

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You're Going to Love El Segundo

With a population of 16,654, El Segundo is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. El Segundo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in El Segundo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jackson's (2041 Rosecrans Ave #190) and Second City Bistro (223 Richmond St) are great picks.

When to visit El Segundo

El Segundo in November
Estimated package price
$385
2 travelers
Flight to El Segundo
3 nights at hotel
El Segundo in November
Estimated package price
$385
2 travelers
Flight to El Segundo
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to El Segundo

Plane

When flying to El Segundo, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 2 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to El Segundo include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to El Segundo departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to El Segundo. The train journey from El Segundo to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Woodland Hills, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 43m trip. The train station in El Segundo is called El Segundo Douglas, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to El Segundo is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 11 miles from El Segundo. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to El Segundo, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to El Segundo takes 40 miles and will cost you around $12. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.

Plane

When flying to El Segundo, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 2 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to El Segundo include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to El Segundo departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to El Segundo. The train journey from El Segundo to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Woodland Hills, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 43m trip. The train station in El Segundo is called El Segundo Douglas, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to El Segundo is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 11 miles from El Segundo. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to El Segundo, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to El Segundo takes 40 miles and will cost you around $12. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.

Airlines serving El Segundo

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (853 reviews)
SWISS
Good (941 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,530 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (485 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,849 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (870 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of El Segundo

Most booked hotels in El Segundo

Cambria Hotel Los Angeles LAX Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 957 reviews)
$152+
Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1821 reviews)
$274+
Hyatt Place Lax El Segundo
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1778 reviews)
$171+
Deluxe Inn Hawthorne
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1004 reviews)
$110+
The Portofino Hotel & Marina, a Noble House Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, 170 reviews)
$247+
Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1672 reviews)
$136+

Renting a car in El Segundo

Renting a car in El Segundo costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in El Segundo.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in El Segundo (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. The most frequently booked car type in El Segundo is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in El Segundo costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in El Segundo.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in El Segundo (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. The most frequently booked car type in El Segundo is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.