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

Fontana travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fontana

With a population of 196.069, Fontana is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fontana has to offer.

Where to Eat in Fontana

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sierra Lakes Golf Course (16600 Clubhouse Dr) and El Baja - Fontana (18080 Arrow Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Fontana

Fontana in June
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fontana in June
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Fontana

Plane

When flying to Fontana, you’ll arrive at Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 16 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fontana include Southwest, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fontana departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fontana. The train journey from Fontana to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Luis Obispo, expect to pay about $54 for a 5h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fontana is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 81 km from Fontana. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Fontana, you’ll arrive at Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 16 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fontana include Southwest, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fontana departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fontana. The train journey from Fontana to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Luis Obispo, expect to pay about $54 for a 5h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fontana is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 81 km from Fontana. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Fontana

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Fontana

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,744 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,694 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,110 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,204 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,859 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,194 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,652 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,662 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,143 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,173 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,436 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fontana

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Americas Best Value Inn & Suites - Fontana and Comfort Inn Fontana.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fontana

Most booked hotels in Fontana

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Hilton Garden Inn Fontana
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 362 reviews)
$132+
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Comfort Inn Fontana
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 491 reviews)
$100+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Ontario Mills, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2434 reviews)
$100+
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Azure Hotel & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2004 reviews)
$94+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ontario Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1856 reviews)
$93+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Ontario Airport
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1150 reviews)
$144+
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Renting a car in Fontana

Renting a car in Fontana costs $49 per day, on average, or $297 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, 2% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Fontana (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Fontana is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fontana costs $49 per day, on average, or $297 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, 2% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Fontana (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Fontana is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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