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. Consider staying at least one whole day in San Clemente to see all of its attractions.

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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
S$ 148
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Clemente in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 148
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 Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 70 km from San Clemente. The shortest flight to San Clemente from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 15h 10m.

Train

The train station in San Clemente is called San Clemente Pier, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to San Clemente is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 95 km from San Clemente. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although San Clemente doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 70 km from San Clemente. The shortest flight to San Clemente from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 15h 10m.

Train

The train station in San Clemente is called San Clemente Pier, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to San Clemente is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 95 km from San Clemente. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near San Clemente

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles Los Angeles
ONTOntario

Airlines serving San Clemente

Lufthansa
Good (7,974 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,944 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,351 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,684 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,000 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,238 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Clemente

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

Most booked hotels in San Clemente

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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 157+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 122+
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The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 142+
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Oceana Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.5, Okay reviews)
S$ 91+
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Hiring a car in San Clemente

Expect to pay S$ 1.49 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 S$ 17.83 and S$ 23.77. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Clemente, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.49 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 S$ 17.83 and S$ 23.77. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Clemente, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.