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, Black Angus Steakhouse - El Cajon (1000 Graves Avenue) and Nicolosi's - El Cajon (221 E. Main St.) are great picks.

When to visit El Cajon

El Cajon in April
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Cajon in April
Estimated hotel price
$186
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 24h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to El Cajon.

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 Thrifty and Budget, 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 24h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to El Cajon.

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 Thrifty and Budget, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near El Cajon

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving El Cajon

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,992 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,487 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,001 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,372 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,545 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,210 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,043 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (368 reviews)
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Where to stay in El Cajon

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

Where to stay in popular areas of El Cajon

Most booked hotels in El Cajon

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$345+
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$296+
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Wyndham San Diego Bayside
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$253+
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$317+
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Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$239+
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$144+
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Hiring a car in El Cajon

Expect to pay $1.56 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 $18.69 and $24.92. The most frequently booked car type in El Cajon is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.56 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 $18.69 and $24.92. The most frequently booked car type in El Cajon is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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