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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Westminster travel guide

Westminster Tourism | Westminster Guide

You're Going to Love Westminster

With a population of 89,701, Westminster is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Westminster has to offer.

Where to Eat in Westminster

If you’re looking for affordable options, Himizu Modern Japanese Fusion (15606 Brookhurst St) and El Torito - Westminster (15042 Goldenwest) are great picks.

When to visit Westminster

Westminster in February
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westminster in February
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Westminster

Plane

When flying to Westminster, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Westminster include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Westminster departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Westminster is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 miles from Westminster. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Westminster, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Westminster include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Westminster departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Westminster is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 miles from Westminster. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Westminster

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Westminster

Lufthansa
Good (7,055 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,865 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,944 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,792 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,706 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,705 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,275 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,990 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,276 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,859 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Westminster

Most booked hotels in Westminster

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Hyatt Regency Orange County
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2535 reviews)
$162+
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Hyatt Regency Irvine
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 703 reviews)
$226+
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Great Wolf Lodge Southern California
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 731 reviews)
$253+
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Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa Newport Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 987 reviews)
$153+
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Quality Inn & Suites Westminster Seal Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 723 reviews)
$109+
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Best Western Westminster Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 654 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Westminster

Renting a car in Westminster costs $50 per day, on average, or $150 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Westminster.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Westminster (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 Westminster is Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Westminster costs $50 per day, on average, or $150 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Westminster.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Westminster (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 Westminster is Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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