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

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You're Going to Love Monrovia

With a population of 36.590, Monrovia is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Monrovia has to offer.

Where to Eat in Monrovia

If you’re looking for affordable options, Domenico's Monrovia Italian (236 W Huntington Dr) and Mimi's Cafe - Monrovia (500 W Huntington Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Monrovia

Monrovia in August
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monrovia in August
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Monrovia

Plane

Although Monrovia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 38 km from Monrovia. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Monrovia departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Monrovia is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 31 km from Monrovia. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Monrovia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 38 km from Monrovia. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Monrovia departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Monrovia is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 31 km from Monrovia. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airlines serving Monrovia

Lufthansa
Good (8,273 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,584 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,259 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,098 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,655 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,349 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,759 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,376 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Monrovia

Most booked hotels in Monrovia

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Monrovia
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 99 reviews)
$151+
Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 387 reviews)
$151+
Holiday Inn El Monte - Los Angeles By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 965 reviews)
$115+
Hampton Inn Los Angeles/Arcadia/Pasadena
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 901 reviews)
$137+
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Monrovia-Pasadena Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 683 reviews)
$147+
Hilton Arcadia Pasadena Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 24 reviews)
$165+

Renting a car in Monrovia

Renting a car in Monrovia costs $50 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Monrovia (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. The most frequently booked car type in Monrovia is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Monrovia costs $50 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Monrovia (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. The most frequently booked car type in Monrovia is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.