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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Los Alamos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Los Alamos

With a population of 1,890, Los Alamos is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Los Alamos to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Los Alamos

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bell’s (406 Bell St) and Norman at the Skyview Los Alamos (9150 Us-101) are great picks.

When to visit Los Alamos

Los Alamos in October
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Alamos in October
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Los Alamos in August, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °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 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 3.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Los Alamos, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Los Alamos

Plane

When flying to Los Alamos, you’ll arrive at Santa Maria Public (SMX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Los Alamos departs from Seattle and takes around 25h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Alamos is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 122 miles from Los Alamos. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Los Alamos, you’ll arrive at Santa Maria Public (SMX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Los Alamos departs from Seattle and takes around 25h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Alamos is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 122 miles from Los Alamos. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Los Alamos

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Los Alamos

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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 (9,245 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,294 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Los Alamos

Most booked hotels in Los Alamos

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Hotel Corque
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2528 reviews)
$233+
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Chumash Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1009 reviews)
$177+
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Victorian Mansion at Los Alamos
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 46 reviews)
$288+
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Skyview Los Alamos - 21 & Over Pool
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 188 reviews)
$230+
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Vinland Hotel and Lounge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1016 reviews)
$157+
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Alamo Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 459 reviews)
$135+
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Renting a car in Los Alamos

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Los Alamos (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Los Alamos (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.

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