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

Poway travel guide

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You're Going to Love Poway

With a population of 47,811, Poway is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Poway has to offer.

Where to Eat in Poway

If you’re looking for affordable options, Villa Capri (14771 Pomerado Road) and Brigantine Poway (13445 Poway Road) are great picks.

When to visit Poway

Poway in September
Estimated package price
$352
2 travelers
Flight to Poway
3 nights at hotel
Poway in September
Estimated package price
$352
2 travelers
Flight to Poway
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Poway in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °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 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 3.3″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Poway, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Poway

Plane

Although Poway doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 18 miles from Poway. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Poway departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Poway.

Car

Another option to get to Poway is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 105 miles from Poway. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Poway doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 18 miles from Poway. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Poway departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Poway.

Car

Another option to get to Poway is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 105 miles from Poway. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Poway

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Poway

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 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 (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Poway

Most booked hotels in Poway

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San Diego Country Estates
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, 245 reviews)
$82+
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Riviera Oaks Resort & Racquet Club
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 585 reviews)
$102+
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San Vicente Golf Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 285 reviews)
$159+
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Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego/Poway
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 376 reviews)
$143+
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Best Western Poway/San Diego Hotel
2 stars
Good (7, 247 reviews)
$99+
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Ramona Valley Inn
2 stars
Good (6.8, 482 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Poway

Renting a car in Poway costs $43 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Poway.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Poway (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. The most frequently booked car type in Poway is Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Poway costs $43 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Poway.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Poway (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. The most frequently booked car type in Poway is Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Poway

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Economy

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$33/day

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