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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fullerton. 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 Ace, 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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fullerton. 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 Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Fullerton

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Fullerton

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,710 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,667 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,039 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,157 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,845 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,081 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,144 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,708 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (890 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,610 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,642 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,367 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,347 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,683 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 $57 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 205% 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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Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1760 reviews)
$172+
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Holiday Inn Express Fullerton - Anaheim By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 577 reviews)
$129+
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StaysPro - Cityscape Luxury Rental Homes in the Heart of Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 623 reviews)
$126+
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Anaheim Resort - Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 863 reviews)
$139+
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Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2025 reviews)
$219+
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Grand Legacy At The Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3325 reviews)
$192+
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Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $48 per day, on average, or $190 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 $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $48 per day, on average, or $190 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 $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fullerton

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$27/day

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Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

Intermediate SUV
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