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

Salinas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Salinas

With a population of 150,441, Salinas is a must-see destination in California, United States. Salinas deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Salinas

If you’re looking for affordable options, Alvarado Street Brewery Taproom (301 Main St) and Altura Lounge and Bistro (66 W Alisal St) are great picks.

When to visit Salinas

Salinas in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salinas in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Salinas in August, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 64.4 °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 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Salinas, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Salinas

Plane

When flying to Salinas, you’ll arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Salinas include Air Canada, Avianca and Copa Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Salinas departs from New York and takes around 5h 56m.

Train

The train station in Salinas is called Salinas, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Salinas is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 87 miles from Salinas. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Salinas, you’ll arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Salinas include Air Canada, Avianca and Copa Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Salinas departs from New York and takes around 5h 56m.

Train

The train station in Salinas is called Salinas, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Salinas is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 87 miles from Salinas. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Salinas

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Salinas

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 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 (9,243 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)
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Where to stay in Salinas

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salinas

Most booked hotels in Salinas

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Intercontinental The Clement Monterey, An IHG Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2230 reviews)
$323+
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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1750 reviews)
$362+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 525 reviews)
$164+
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Portola Hotel & Spa At Monterey Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3815 reviews)
$259+
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Arbor Inn Monterey
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3101 reviews)
$108+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 589 reviews)
$169+
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Renting a car in Salinas

Renting a car in Salinas costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Salinas (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 Salinas is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Salinas costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Salinas (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 Salinas is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Salinas

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$40/day

Intermediate SUV
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