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How to get there
Where to stay
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Avalon travel guide

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With a population of 3,728, Avalon is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Avalon to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Avalon

Avalon in March
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Avalon in March
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Avalon in August, when the average temperature is 66.2 °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 46.4 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Avalon, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Avalon

Plane

Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 35 miles from Avalon. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Avalon departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avalon.

Car

Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 49 miles from Avalon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 35 miles from Avalon. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Avalon departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avalon.

Car

Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 49 miles from Avalon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Avalon

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Avalon

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,496 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,778 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,003 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,410 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,243 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,053 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,391 reviews)
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Where to stay in Avalon

Average rates range from around $414 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $705 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Catalina Island Seacrest Inn and La Paloma Las Flores.

Where to stay in popular areas of Avalon

Most booked hotels in Avalon

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Hotel Atwater
3 stars
Excellent (9, 941 reviews)
$270+
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Aurora Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 910 reviews)
$167+
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Catalina Canyon Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 408 reviews)
$130+
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Hotel St. Lauren
2 stars
Good (7.3, 23 reviews)
$206+
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Catalina Island Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, 816 reviews)
$135+
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Seaport Village Inn
2 stars
Good (6.6, 310 reviews)
$128+
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Renting a car in Avalon

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Avalon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Avalon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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