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 December
Estimated hotel price
$190
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Cajon in December
Estimated hotel price
$190
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 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to El Cajon from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 30h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to El Cajon is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 117 miles from El Cajon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Thrifty, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to El Cajon, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to El Cajon from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 30h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to El Cajon is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 117 miles from El Cajon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Thrifty, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near El Cajon

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving El Cajon

Lufthansa
Good (8,295 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,267 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,113 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,668 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,708 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,411 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,383 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,795 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,524 reviews)
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Where to stay in El Cajon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites and Northgate Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of El Cajon

Most booked hotels in El Cajon

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$269+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$306+
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Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$228+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$366+
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$153+
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Motel 6-El Cajon, Ca - San Diego
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$118+
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Hiring a car in El Cajon

Expect to pay $2.17 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 $25.96 and $34.61. The most frequently booked car type in El Cajon is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.17 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 $25.96 and $34.61. The most frequently booked car type in El Cajon is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.