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Travelling by Plane

Travelling by Plane
Flying is easy in the Golden State, with international and domestic airports statewide

California is big—nearly 800 miles from the Oregon border to the north all the way to the Mexican border just south of San Diego, and an average of roughly 200 miles wide. Fortunately, California also has a lot of airports, so flying is relatively easy, and a great way to get around the state, especially if your time is limited. Easy airport access also makes fly/drive holidays an attractive option.

We've highlighted 13 of the state’s airports, 10 of which have flights that travel nonstop to international locations. Some rank as destinations in themselves with museum-quality artwork installations—see what’s going on at the LAX Art Program, the Arts Program at John Wayne International Airport in Orange County, and the Public Art Program at San Francisco International Airport. Many also feature outstanding shopping, fine dining, and even spoil-yourself spas (because getting a massage really is better than sitting in a plastic chair while you wait for your flight).

If flying into Los Angeles, one should know: LAX is the biggest and most well-known airport in the area, but depending on where you plan to be spending time in the city, it may not be the best choice. Burbank, Long Beach, John Wayne, and Ontario international airports also serve the region.

 

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

Oakland (OAK)

San Francisco (SFO)

San José (SJC)

 

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA

Fresno Yosemite (FAT)

Sacramento (SMF)

Santa Barbara (SBA)

 

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Bakersfield (BFL)

Burbank (BUR)

Long Beach (LBG)

Los Angeles (LAX)

Ontario (ONT)

Orange County (SNA)

San Diego (SAN)

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San Diego County, Balboa Park

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