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

National City travel guide

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With a population of 58,582, National City is a must-see destination in California, United States. National City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in National City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rosemary Trattoria (120 Orange Ave) and Cocina 35 Coronado (1201 1st St) are great picks.

When to visit National City

National City in September
Estimated package price
$362
2 travelers
Flight to National City
3 nights at hotel
National City in September
Estimated package price
$362
2 travelers
Flight to National City
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to National City in August, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 48.2 °F, with an average temperature of 57.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in National City, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to National City

Plane

When flying to National City, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to National City include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to National City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to National City is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 190 km from National City. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to National City, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to National City include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to National City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to National City is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 190 km from National City. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near National City

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving National City

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,862 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,941 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,704 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,268 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,986 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,859 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (968 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of National City

Most booked hotels in National City

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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1146 reviews)
$180+
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3359 reviews)
$278+
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego South-National City
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 398 reviews)
$168+
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1865 reviews)
$237+
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Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, 2426 reviews)
$240+
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Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa And Marina
4 stars
Good (7.8, 2559 reviews)
$261+
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Renting a car in National City

Renting a car in National City costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in National City.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in National City (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in National City, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in National City costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in National City.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in National City (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in National City, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in National City

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$28/day

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$29/day

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