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 68 km 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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Julian is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 192 km 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 68 km 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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Julian is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 192 km 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

Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,691 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,831 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,388 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, 534 reviews)
$123+
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Julian/Julian Gold Rush Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1094 reviews)
$133+
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Julian Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (9, 1040 reviews)
$130+
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Orchard Hill
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 38 reviews)
$252+
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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, 709 reviews)
$84+
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Apple Tree Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 651 reviews)
$134+
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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, 6% 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, 6% 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.