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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 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
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fullerton in November
Estimated hotel price
$120
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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 24m.

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 Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 24m.

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 Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Fullerton

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Fullerton

Lufthansa
Good (8,216 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,573 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,211 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,063 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,475 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,550 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (954 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,180 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,982 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,600 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,473 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,598 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 $68 to $765 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fullerton are about 171% 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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Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1985 reviews)
$159+
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Holiday Inn Express Fullerton - Anaheim By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 623 reviews)
$120+
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Fullerton Marriott at California State University
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 574 reviews)
$148+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2183 reviews)
$80+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 771 reviews)
$161+
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Anaheim Resort - Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 926 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $44 per day, on average, or $133 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $44 per day, on average, or $133 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fullerton

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$28/day

Intermediate
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