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

Placentia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Placentia

With a population of 50,533, Placentia is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Placentia has to offer.

Where to Eat in Placentia

If you’re looking for affordable options, Salt & Ash (1390 N. Kraemer Blvd) and The Bruery - Placentia (717 Dunn Way) are great picks.

When to visit Placentia

Placentia in August
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Placentia in August
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Placentia in August, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °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 59 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Placentia, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Placentia

Plane

When flying to Placentia, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Placentia include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Placentia departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Placentia is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 46 km from Placentia. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Placentia, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Placentia include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Placentia departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Placentia is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 46 km from Placentia. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Placentia

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Placentia

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 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 (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Placentia

Average rates range from around $123 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $521 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Placentia

Most booked hotels in Placentia

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Best Western Plus Anaheim Orange County Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1050 reviews)
$117+
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Best Western Plus Park Place Inn - Mini Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 927 reviews)
$361+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Anaheim Placentia/Fullerton
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 105 reviews)
$155+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2744 reviews)
$207+
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Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1956 reviews)
$192+
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Anaheim Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2916 reviews)
$197+
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Renting a car in Placentia

Renting a car in Placentia costs $37 per day, on average, or $110 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 36% cheaper than airport locations in Placentia.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Placentia (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 (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Placentia, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Placentia costs $37 per day, on average, or $110 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 36% cheaper than airport locations in Placentia.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Placentia (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 (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Placentia, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

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