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

Lompoc travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lompoc

With a population of 42,434, Lompoc is a must-see destination in California, United States. Lompoc deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Lompoc

Lompoc in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lompoc in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lompoc in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Lompoc, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Lompoc

Plane

Although Lompoc doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 38 miles from Lompoc. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lompoc departs from Seattle and takes around 7h 35m.

Train

The train station in Lompoc is called Lompoc Surf, and is located 9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lompoc is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 129 miles from Lompoc. You’ll find branches of Midway and NextCar, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Lompoc doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 38 miles from Lompoc. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lompoc departs from Seattle and takes around 7h 35m.

Train

The train station in Lompoc is called Lompoc Surf, and is located 9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lompoc is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 129 miles from Lompoc. You’ll find branches of Midway and NextCar, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Lompoc

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Lompoc

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,839 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,274 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,892 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,007 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,495 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,567 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,406 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,837 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (608 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (423 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,315 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lompoc

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Lompoc By IHG and Budget Inn Lompoc.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lompoc

Most booked hotels in Lompoc

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Hilton Garden Inn Lompoc
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 252 reviews)
$167+
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Budget Inn Lompoc
2 stars
Excellent (8, 651 reviews)
$75+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast
3 stars
Excellent (8, 580 reviews)
$158+
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Lotus of Lompoc - A Great Hospitality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, 1492 reviews)
$56+
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Inn of Lompoc
2 stars
Good (6.5, 655 reviews)
$61+
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Motel 6 Lompoc
2 stars
Okay (5.8, 1148 reviews)
$58+
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Renting a car in Lompoc

Renting a car in Lompoc costs $98 per day, on average, or $196 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Santa Maria Public.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Lompoc (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90. The most frequently booked car type in Lompoc is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lompoc costs $98 per day, on average, or $196 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Santa Maria Public.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Lompoc (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90. The most frequently booked car type in Lompoc is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Lompoc

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