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, Brigantine La Mesa (9350 Fuerte Drive) and Casa Gabriela (8384 La Mesa Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit La Mesa

La Mesa in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
La Mesa in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star 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 Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to La Mesa departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 14m.

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 Ace and Midway, 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 Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to La Mesa departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 14m.

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 Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near La Mesa

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving La Mesa

Lufthansa
Good (8,277 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,587 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,262 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,102 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,649 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,359 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,542 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,769 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,377 reviews)
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Where to stay in La Mesa

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego and Motel 6-La Mesa, Ca - San Diego.

Where to stay in popular areas of La Mesa

Most booked hotels in La Mesa

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Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1304 reviews)
$154+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 196 reviews)
$174+
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Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2083 reviews)
$133+
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Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 862 reviews)
$156+
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Comfort Inn San Diego - Seaworld Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 5442 reviews)
$113+
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Hotel del Coronado
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1315 reviews)
$591+
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Renting a car in La Mesa

Renting a car in La Mesa costs $32 per day, on average, or $97 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 58% cheaper than airport locations in La Mesa.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in La Mesa, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in La Mesa costs $32 per day, on average, or $97 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 58% cheaper than airport locations in La Mesa.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in La Mesa, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in La Mesa

Pickup truck

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$47/day

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