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

El Cajon travel guide

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You're Going to Love El Cajon

With a population of 99,478, El Cajon is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. El Cajon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in El Cajon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Retreat Pool & Cabanas (5469 Casino Way) and Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse (5469 Casino Way) are great picks.

When to visit El Cajon

El Cajon in November
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Cajon in November
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to El Cajon in August, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in El Cajon, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to El Cajon

Plane

When flying to El Cajon, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 23 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to El Cajon from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 33h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to El Cajon is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 188 km from El Cajon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to El Cajon, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 23 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to El Cajon from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 33h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to El Cajon is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 188 km from El Cajon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near El Cajon

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving El Cajon

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,945 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in El Cajon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Northgate Motel and Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon.

Where to stay in popular areas of El Cajon

Most booked hotels in El Cajon

Omni San Diego at the Ballpark
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$401+
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The Wayfarer San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$401+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$325+
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$348+
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San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$330+
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The Westin San Diego Bayview
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$358+
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Hiring a car in El Cajon

Expect to pay $2.13 per litre in El Cajon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.47 and $33.95. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in El Cajon, while also 5% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.13 per litre in El Cajon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.47 and $33.95. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in El Cajon, while also 5% cheaper than other types, on average.