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.

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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
RM 480
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Clemente in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 480
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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 18h 25m.

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 Hertz and Ace, 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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 18h 25m.

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 Hertz and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near San Clemente

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

Airlines serving San Clemente

Lufthansa
Good (8,136 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,116 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,472 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,988 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,624 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,882 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,341 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,338 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Clemente

Average rates range from around RM 948 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 505 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 RM 4.53 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 RM 54.29 and RM 72.38. The most frequently booked car type in San Clemente is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 4.53 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 RM 54.29 and RM 72.38. The most frequently booked car type in San Clemente is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.