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 19m.

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 Midway and NextCar, 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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 19m.

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 Midway and NextCar, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Fullerton

ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Fullerton

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,840 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,276 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,249 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,892 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,014 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,033 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 $65 to $685 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fullerton are about 197% 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, 592 reviews)
$140+
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StaysPro - Cityscape Luxury Rental Homes in the Heart of Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 625 reviews)
$140+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2077 reviews)
$83+
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Knott's Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2276 reviews)
$124+
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Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2029 reviews)
$251+
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Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa Newport Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1056 reviews)
$124+
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Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $49 per day, on average, or $196 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $49 per day, on average, or $196 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fullerton

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$28/day

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Pickup truck

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$44/day

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