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

Carpinteria travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carpinteria

With a population of 13,040, Carpinteria is a must-see destination in California, United States.

Where to Eat in Carpinteria

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sly's (686 Linden Ave) and Thario's Kitchen (3807 Santa Claus Ln) are great picks.

When to visit Carpinteria

Carpinteria in January
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carpinteria in January
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Carpinteria in August, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 102 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Carpinteria, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Carpinteria

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 30 km from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from New Zealand. The shortest flight to Carpinteria from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Carpinteria. The train station in Carpinteria is called Carpinteria, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 117 km from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Fox and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 30 km from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from New Zealand. The shortest flight to Carpinteria from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Carpinteria. The train station in Carpinteria is called Carpinteria, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 117 km from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Fox and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Carpinteria

LAXLos Angeles
SBASanta Barbara
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Carpinteria

Lufthansa
Good (7,216 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,374 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,151 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,661 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,957 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,906 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,842 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,865 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,465 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (814 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,424 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,744 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,431 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,223 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,922 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carpinteria

Average rates range from around $709 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $926 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria and Motel 6-Carpinteria, Ca - Santa Barbara - North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carpinteria

Hiring a car in Carpinteria

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Carpinteria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85. The most frequently booked car type in Carpinteria is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Carpinteria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85. The most frequently booked car type in Carpinteria is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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