Flight
Flying into Southern California for the wedding? The closest airports to Temecula are: - San Diego International Airport (SAN), which is ~60 miles south of Temecula and about one hour drive. SAN has direct flights from Baltimore and other major east coast airports. - Ontario International Airport (ONT): About 50 miles north of Temecula and also about a 1-hour drive from Temecula. This airport is small and easy to navigate. - John Wayne Airport (SNA): Located in Orange County, roughly 70 miles away, about 1.5 hours by car. - Long Beach Airport (LGB): A very small, relaxed, airport about 75 miles northwest of Temecula, approximately 1.5 hours by car. - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): About 90 miles northwest of Temecula, typically a 1.5-2 hour drive depending on traffic. - Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): Around 70 miles east of Temecula, about a 1.5-hour drive.
Travel Note
Public transit in Southern California is sadly limited, so planning ahead is recommended Some options for getting to and from the airport are: - Ridesharing Apps: Uber or Lyft rides from the airports to Temecula typically cost $100+. The return trip to the airport is often a bit less expensive, starting at around $80+. - Shuttles: Services like Temecula Air Shuttle offer affordable one-way rides: -- To/From San Diego International (SAN): $49 -- To/From Ontario (ONT), LAX, and other major airports: $65 - Car Rentals: A rental car can be had for a cheap price (approx. $49/day if you can book in advance). You can book a one-way rental or keep the car for the duration of your stay. - Private Drivers: Hiring a private driver can also be cost-effective. You will find many private drivers offering airport transportation with a quick online search.