10 Best Weekend Getaways from Corona, California (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch

- Sep 13
- 5 min read

Corona, California, is a city in Riverside County known for its suburban charm, scenic views, and proximity to Los Angeles. It has a rich history in citrus farming and is now a growing hub for businesses and families. Corona features parks, hiking trails, and attractions like Glen Ivy Hot Springs and the Skyline Drive Trail
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Corona, California area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 1 Hour 26 Minute Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Las Vegas
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $22+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
San Francisco, California (SFO, SJC, OAK) - 1 Hour 41 Minute Flight
Why go?
Tours, Food, Silicon Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Surfing
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in San Francisco
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
United from LAX - See flight deals
Alaska from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $29+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Seattle, Washington (SEA) - 3 Hour 5 Minute Flight
Why go?
Whales, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, gorgeous views, intelligent individuals, good breweries.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Seattle
When to go?
Summer (you can't really avoid the rain but you can pray)
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from LAX - See flight deals
Delta from LAX - See flight deals
Alaska from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $51+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the REI flagship store. Wow.
Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 2 Hour 25 Minute Flight
Why go?
Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Denver
When to go?
Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from LAX - See flight deals
Frontier from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $39+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
New Orleans, Louisiana (MSY) - 3 Hour 25 Minute Flight
Why go?
Jazz music, other music, culture, architecture, partying, passionate football fans.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New Orleans
When to go?
Spring, Summer, Fall
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $193+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Check out Bourbon Street for a little bit, but don't get sucked in. It's absolutely disgusting. Chartres Street is better for those looking to maintain their cleanliness.
Portland, Oregon (PDX) - 2 Hour 41 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing. Oregon coast is only 1 hour away. Mt. Hood is nearby as well.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Portland
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $89+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Austin, Texas (AUS) - 2 Hour 50 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, Art, Music, BBQ, Tech, Bach Parties, and All-Around Fun!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Austin
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from LAX - See flight deals
Southwest from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $109+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 3 Hour 55 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $171+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) - 3 Hour 50 Minute Flight
Why go?
Music (not just country), endless bars, brewpubs, hot chicken.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Nashville
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $196+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Stay in the Gulch or near printer's alley.
Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) - 2 Hour 12 Minute Flight
Why go?
Skiing, Salt Flats, Mormons, and great National Parks within a moderate drive.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Salt Lake City
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from LAX - See flight deals
Alaska from LAX - See flight deals
Southwest from LAX - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $89+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?





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