Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Carpinteria travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carpinteria

With a population of 13,040, Carpinteria is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Carpinteria to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Carpinteria

Culinary Classes, Camps, & Event Catering
Activities•Cooking Course

When to visit Carpinteria

Carpinteria in February
Estimated hotel price
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carpinteria in February
Estimated hotel price
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Carpinteria in August, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Carpinteria, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Carpinteria

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 18 miles from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Carpinteria departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 73 miles from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 18 miles from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Carpinteria departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 73 miles from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Carpinteria

LAXLos Angeles
SBASanta Barbara
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Carpinteria

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,493 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,073 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,431 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,358 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carpinteria

Average rates range from around $426 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $804 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carpinteria

Most booked hotels in Carpinteria

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Cliff House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 760 reviews)
$177+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 710 reviews)
$208+
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Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1829 reviews)
$184+
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Sandyland Reef Inn
2 stars
Good (7.2, 2921 reviews)
$92+
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Motel 6 Carpinteria, Ca - Santa Barbara - South
2 stars
Good (6.9, 1514 reviews)
$99+
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Motel 6 Carpinteria, Ca - Santa Barbara - North
2 stars
Good (6.2, 1093 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Carpinteria

Renting a car in Carpinteria costs $69 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Carpinteria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Carpinteria, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Carpinteria costs $69 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Carpinteria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Carpinteria, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

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