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

Whittier travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whittier

With a population of 85,331, Whittier is a must-see destination in California, United States. Whittier deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Whittier

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mimosas Whittier (16435 Whittier Blvd) and Original Roadhouse Grill - Whittier (15156 E Whittier Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Whittier

Whittier in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in March
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whittier

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Whittier

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Whittier

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 Whittier

Average rates range from around $396 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $347 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier

Most booked hotels in Whittier

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Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1363 reviews)
$238+
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Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2389 reviews)
$256+
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Friendly Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 513 reviews)
$109+
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Vagabond Inn Whittier
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 371 reviews)
$110+
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The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1232 reviews)
$224+
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The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8, 3258 reviews)
$189+
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Renting a car in Whittier

Renting a car in Whittier costs $48 per day, on average, or $97 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 3% cheaper than airport locations in Whittier.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Whittier (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 Whittier is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Whittier costs $48 per day, on average, or $97 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 3% cheaper than airport locations in Whittier.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Whittier (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 Whittier is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Whittier

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

Compact
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