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

Fullerton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fullerton

With a population of 135.161, Fullerton is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fullerton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Fullerton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Summit House - Fullerton (2000 E Bastanchury Road) and Les Amis Restaurant (128 W Wilshire Ave, Ste C) are great picks.

When to visit Fullerton

Fullerton in November
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fullerton in November
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Fullerton

Plane

When flying to Fullerton, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fullerton include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fullerton departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

The train station in Fullerton is called Fullerton, and is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fullerton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 41 km from Fullerton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Fullerton.

Plane

When flying to Fullerton, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fullerton include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fullerton departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

The train station in Fullerton is called Fullerton, and is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fullerton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 41 km from Fullerton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Fullerton.

Airports near Fullerton

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Fullerton

KLM
Good (1,444 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,706 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,219 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,491 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,668 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,378 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,153 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,819 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fullerton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton and Travelodge by Wyndham Fullerton Near Anaheim. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Fullerton, with prices from $56 to $231 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fullerton are about 224% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Fullerton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Fullerton

Most booked hotels in Fullerton

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Holiday Inn Express Fullerton - Anaheim By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 583 reviews)
$135+
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StaysPro - Cityscape Luxury Rental Homes in the Heart of Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 624 reviews)
$135+
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Knott's Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2277 reviews)
$105+
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Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2032 reviews)
$231+
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Grand Legacy At The Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3340 reviews)
$214+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 766 reviews)
$153+
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Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $42 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Fullerton (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. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $42 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Fullerton (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. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fullerton

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

Full-size

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact SUV
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