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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Encinitas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Encinitas

With a population of 59,518, Encinitas is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Encinitas deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Encinitas

If you’re looking for affordable options, Q'ero (564 S. Coast Highway 101) and Solterra Winery and Kitchen (934 North Coast Hwy 101) are great picks.

When to visit Encinitas

Encinitas in January
Estimated hotel price
$210
1 night at 3-star hotel
Encinitas in January
Estimated hotel price
$210
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Encinitas

Plane

When flying to Encinitas, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Encinitas departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

The train station in Encinitas is called Encinitas, and is located 1.1 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Encinitas is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 147 km from Encinitas. You’ll find branches of Ace and MEXRENTACAR , among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Encinitas, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Encinitas departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

The train station in Encinitas is called Encinitas, and is located 1.1 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Encinitas is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 147 km from Encinitas. You’ll find branches of Ace and MEXRENTACAR , among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Encinitas

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

Airlines serving Encinitas

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,588 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,914 reviews)
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Where to stay in Encinitas

Average rates range from around $659 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $548 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Encinitas

Most booked hotels in Encinitas

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Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (10, 27 reviews)
$1,426+
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Lakehouse Hotel And Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 456 reviews)
$223+
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LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 735 reviews)
$357+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 446 reviews)
$185+
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Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 22 reviews)
$548+
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Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4 stars
Excellent (8, 395 reviews)
$404+
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Renting a car in Encinitas

Renting a car in Encinitas costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Encinitas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Encinitas, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Encinitas costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Encinitas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Encinitas, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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