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 14 miles 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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 09m.

Train

The train station in Fullerton is called Fullerton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fullerton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 26 miles from Fullerton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Fullerton, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 14 miles 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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 09m.

Train

The train station in Fullerton is called Fullerton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fullerton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 26 miles from Fullerton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Fullerton

LAXLos Angeles Los Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Fullerton

Lufthansa
Good (7,935 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,899 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,317 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,434 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,185 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,577 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,613 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,947 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,214 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,282 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 $724 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fullerton are about 175% 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 (8.8, 597 reviews)
$128+
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StaysPro - Cityscape Luxury Rental Homes in the Heart of Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 625 reviews)
$163+
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Fullerton Marriott at California State University
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 561 reviews)
$145+
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The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 802 reviews)
$150+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2116 reviews)
$83+
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Knott's Berry Farm Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2316 reviews)
$118+
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Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $47 per day, on average, or $189 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $47 per day, on average, or $189 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fullerton

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$31/day

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