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

Carpinteria travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carpinteria

With a population of 13,040, Carpinteria is a must-see destination in California, United States. Carpinteria deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Carpinteria

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sly's (686 Linden Ave) and Thario's Kitchen (3807 Santa Claus Ln) are great picks.

When to visit Carpinteria

Carpinteria in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 201
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carpinteria in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 201
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Carpinteria in August, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 102 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Carpinteria, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Carpinteria

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 18 miles from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, ANA and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Carpinteria from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Carpinteria. The train station in Carpinteria is called Carpinteria, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 73 miles from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 18 miles from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, ANA and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Carpinteria from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Carpinteria. The train station in Carpinteria is called Carpinteria, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 73 miles from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Carpinteria

LAXLos Angeles
SBASanta Barbara
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Carpinteria

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,532 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,997 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,476 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,029 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,773 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,000 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,999 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,479 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,388 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,658 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (861 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,365 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,543 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,191 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,040 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carpinteria

Average rates range from around C$ 653 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 981 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria By IHG and Motel 6-Carpinteria, Ca - Santa Barbara - North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carpinteria

Most booked hotels in Carpinteria

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 175+
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Cliff House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 204+
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Renting a car in Carpinteria

Expect to pay C$ 1.29 per litre in Carpinteria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.45 and C$ 20.60. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Carpinteria, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.29 per litre in Carpinteria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.45 and C$ 20.60. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Carpinteria, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

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