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$ 198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carpinteria in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 198
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 30 km from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, China Airlines, Delta 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 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 117 km from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Carpinteria doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 30 km from Carpinteria. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, China Airlines, Delta 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 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carpinteria is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 117 km from Carpinteria. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Carpinteria

LAXLos Angeles
SBASanta Barbara
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Carpinteria

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carpinteria

Average rates range from around C$ 601 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 759 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$ 197+
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Cliff House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 248+
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Renting a car in Carpinteria

Expect to pay C$ 1.30 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$ 15.52 and C$ 20.69. 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$ 1.30 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$ 15.52 and C$ 20.69. 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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