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

La Mesa travel guide

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You're Going to Love La Mesa

With a population of 57,065, La Mesa is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything La Mesa has to offer.

Where to Eat in La Mesa

If you’re looking for affordable options, BO-beau kitchen + garden (8384 La Mesa Blvd) and Anthony's Fish Grotto - La Mesa (9530 Murray Dr) are great picks.

When to visit La Mesa

La Mesa in May
Estimated package price
$314
2 travelers
Flight to La Mesa
3 nights at hotel
La Mesa in May
Estimated package price
$314
2 travelers
Flight to La Mesa
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to La Mesa in August, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in La Mesa, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to La Mesa

Plane

When flying to La Mesa, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to La Mesa include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to La Mesa departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to La Mesa.

Car

Another option to get to La Mesa is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 116 miles from La Mesa. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to La Mesa, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to La Mesa include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to La Mesa departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to La Mesa.

Car

Another option to get to La Mesa is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 116 miles from La Mesa. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near La Mesa

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving La Mesa

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of La Mesa

Most booked hotels in La Mesa

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3358 reviews)
$256+
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1863 reviews)
$214+
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Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
2 stars
Good (7.9, 750 reviews)
$144+
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Wyndham San Diego Bayside
3 stars
Good (7.8, 3714 reviews)
$198+
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Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa And Marina
4 stars
Good (7.8, 2559 reviews)
$253+
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront
4 stars
Good (7.7, 2943 reviews)
$251+
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Renting a car in La Mesa

Renting a car in La Mesa 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in La Mesa.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in La Mesa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in La Mesa is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in La Mesa 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in La Mesa.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in La Mesa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in La Mesa is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in La Mesa

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Compact
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