Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
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, Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff (2526 South Coast Hwy) and Herb & Sea (131 W D St) are great picks.

When to visit Encinitas

Encinitas in February
Estimated hotel price
$184
1 night at 3-star hotel
Encinitas in February
Estimated hotel price
$184
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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Encinitas include United Airlines, American Airlines and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Encinitas departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 28m.

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 Midway, 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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Encinitas include United Airlines, American Airlines and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Encinitas departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 28m.

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 Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Encinitas

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

Airlines serving Encinitas

Lufthansa
Good (8,124 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,102 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,990 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,449 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,945 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,869 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,319 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,320 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,404 reviews)
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Where to stay in Encinitas

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Moonlight Beach Motel and Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Encinitas

Most booked hotels in Encinitas

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Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 489 reviews)
$196+
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LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 881 reviews)
$302+
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The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 111 reviews)
$263+
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Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 28 reviews)
$542+
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 832 reviews)
$285+
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Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 547 reviews)
$244+
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Renting a car in Encinitas

Renting a car in Encinitas costs $45 per day, on average, or $91 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Encinitas.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Encinitas, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Encinitas costs $45 per day, on average, or $91 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Encinitas.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Encinitas, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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