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

Corona travel guide

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You're Going to Love Corona

With a population of 152,374, Corona is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Corona has to offer.

Where to Eat in Corona

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rock & Brews - Corona (3550 Grand Oaks) and King's Fish House - Corona (2530 Tuscany Road) are great picks.

When to visit Corona

Corona in December
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Corona in December
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Corona in August, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Corona, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Corona

Plane

When flying to Corona, you’ll arrive at Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Corona include Southwest, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Corona departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Corona. The train journey from Corona to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Palm Springs, expect to pay about $25 for a 3h 33m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Corona is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 72 km from Corona. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Corona, you’ll arrive at Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Corona include Southwest, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Corona departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Corona. The train journey from Corona to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Palm Springs, expect to pay about $25 for a 3h 33m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Corona is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 72 km from Corona. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airlines serving Corona

KLM
Good (1,451 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,779 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,724 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,178 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,212 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,868 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,110 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,267 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,701 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,391 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,360 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,160 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,871 reviews)
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Where to stay in Corona

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corona By IHG and Rodeway Inn & Suites Corona.

Where to stay in popular areas of Corona

Most booked hotels in Corona

Ayres Hotel Corona East
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 614 reviews)
$118+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Corona Riverside
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 589 reviews)
$125+
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Corona
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 35 reviews)
$111+
Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 824 reviews)
$92+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Ontario Mills, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2439 reviews)
$109+
Azure Hotel & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2119 reviews)
$100+

Renting a car in Corona

Renting a car in Corona costs $46 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Corona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. Intermediate (Buick LaCrosse or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Corona, while also 84% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Corona costs $46 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Corona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. Intermediate (Buick LaCrosse or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Corona, while also 84% cheaper than other types, on average.