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

El Cajon travel guide

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You're Going to Love El Cajon

With a population of 99,478, El Cajon is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything El Cajon has to offer.

Where to Eat in El Cajon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Retreat Pool & Cabanas (5469 Casino Way) and Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse (5469 Casino Way) are great picks.

When to visit El Cajon

El Cajon in April
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Cajon in April
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to El Cajon in August, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °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 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in El Cajon, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to El Cajon

Plane

When flying to El Cajon, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to El Cajon include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to El Cajon departs from Denver and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to El Cajon.

Car

Another option to get to El Cajon is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 117 miles from El Cajon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to El Cajon, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to El Cajon include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to El Cajon departs from Denver and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to El Cajon.

Car

Another option to get to El Cajon is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 117 miles from El Cajon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near El Cajon

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving El Cajon

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
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Where to stay in El Cajon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East and Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon.

Where to stay in popular areas of El Cajon

Most booked hotels in El Cajon

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Sycuan Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 82 reviews)
$94+
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3476 reviews)
$191+
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Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 279 reviews)
$166+
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1877 reviews)
$169+
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront
4 stars
Good (7.8, 3003 reviews)
$180+
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Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, 2505 reviews)
$136+
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Renting a car in El Cajon

Renting a car in El Cajon costs $33 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 69% cheaper than airport locations in El Cajon.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in El Cajon (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. The most frequently booked car type in El Cajon is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in El Cajon costs $33 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 69% cheaper than airport locations in El Cajon.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in El Cajon (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. The most frequently booked car type in El Cajon is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in El Cajon

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

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