Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car
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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
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fullerton in November
Estimated hotel price
$123
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 20m.

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 20m.

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

Airlines serving Fullerton

Lufthansa
Good (8,263 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,250 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,089 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,255 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,634 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,672 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,295 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,009 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,539 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,728 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,511 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,382 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 $64 to $820 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

Holiday Inn Express Fullerton - Anaheim By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 631 reviews)
$128+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2191 reviews)
$85+
Anaheim Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2077 reviews)
$187+
Grand Legacy At The Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4311 reviews)
$240+
Knott's Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2347 reviews)
$122+
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1908 reviews)
$138+

Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $43 per day, on average, or $129 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $43 per day, on average, or $129 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.