Coronado travel guide

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You're Going to Love Coronado

With a population of 18,912, Coronado is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Coronado deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Coronado

If you’re looking for affordable options, Leroy's Kitchen + Lounge (1015 Orange Ave) and Maretalia (1300 Orange Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Coronado

Coronado in November
Estimated package price
$658
2 travelers
Flight to Coronado
3 nights at hotel
Coronado in November
Estimated package price
$658
2 travelers
Flight to Coronado
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Coronado in August, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 59 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Coronado, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Coronado

Plane

When flying to Coronado, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Coronado include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Coronado departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Coronado.

Car

Another option to get to Coronado is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 115 miles from Coronado. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Coronado, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Coronado include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Coronado departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Coronado.

Car

Another option to get to Coronado is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 115 miles from Coronado. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Coronado

Airlines serving Coronado

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coronado

Average rates range from around $268 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $532 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Crown City Inn Coronado and Coronado Island Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Coronado

Most booked hotels in Coronado

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3358 reviews)
$256+
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1570 reviews)
$258+
El Cordova
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1053 reviews)
$282+
Glorietta Bay Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 476 reviews)
$274+
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1863 reviews)
$214+
Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 18 reviews)
$648+

Renting a car in Coronado

Renting a car in Coronado costs $42 per day, on average, or $83 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Coronado.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Coronado (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. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Coronado, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Coronado costs $42 per day, on average, or $83 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Coronado.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Coronado (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. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Coronado, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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