Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Julian travel guide

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You're Going to Love Julian

With a population of 1.502, Julian is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Julian to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Julian

Julian in July
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Julian in July
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Julian in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Julian, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.

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How to Get to Julian

Plane

Although Julian doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 42 miles from Julian. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Julian departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Julian is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 119 miles from Julian. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Julian doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 42 miles from Julian. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Julian departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Julian is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 119 miles from Julian. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Julian

SANSan Diego
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
PSPPalm Springs

Airlines serving Julian

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,109 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,239 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,462 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,024 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,557 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,861 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,538 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Julian

Most booked hotels in Julian

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Tucker Peak Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, 535 reviews)
$125+
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Julian/Julian Gold Rush Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1098 reviews)
$133+
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Julian Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (9, 1044 reviews)
$115+
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Orchard Hill
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 38 reviews)
$245+
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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, 712 reviews)
$84+
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Apple Tree Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 651 reviews)
$129+
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Renting a car in Julian

Renting a car in Julian costs $59 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at San Diego.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Julian (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89.

Renting a car in Julian costs $59 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at San Diego.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Julian (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89.