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

San Clemente travel guide

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You're Going to Love San Clemente

With a population of 63,522, San Clemente is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything San Clemente has to offer.

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Where to Eat in San Clemente

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nick's - San Clemente (213 Avenida Del Mar) and South of Nick's - San Clemente (110 N. El Camino Real) are great picks.

When to visit San Clemente

San Clemente in December
Estimated hotel price
$200
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Clemente in December
Estimated hotel price
$200
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to San Clemente

Plane

Although San Clemente doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 23 miles from San Clemente. The shortest flight to San Clemente from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to San Clemente is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 59 miles from San Clemente. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although San Clemente doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 23 miles from San Clemente. The shortest flight to San Clemente from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to San Clemente is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 59 miles from San Clemente. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near San Clemente

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles Los Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving San Clemente

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,155 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,500 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,640 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,103 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,649 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,940 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,460 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,502 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,360 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Clemente

Average rates range from around $360 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $192 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach and The Patriots' Boutique Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Clemente

Hiring a car in San Clemente

Expect to pay $1.99 per litre in San Clemente (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.82 and $31.75. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Clemente, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.99 per litre in San Clemente (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.82 and $31.75. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Clemente, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.