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Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jun 12 - Tue, Jun 18
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$53 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 12 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 18, priced at $53 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 10
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$68 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 4 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Sep 10, priced at $68 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 11
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$71 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$71
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 5 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 11, priced at $71 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 11
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$75 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$75
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 5 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 11, priced at $75 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jun 8 - Sun, Jun 9
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$80 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sun, Jun 9, priced at $80 found 14 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 18
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$81 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$81
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 11 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 18, priced at $81 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jun 12 - Tue, Jun 18
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$82 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 12 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 18, priced at $82 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 11
SLC
Salt Lake City Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$85 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$85
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 4 from Salt Lake City Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 11, priced at $85 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Aug 26, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Bargain Flight
Tue, Oct 29 - Tue, Oct 29
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$119 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Tue, Oct 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Oct 29, priced at $119 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 25 - Mon, Jul 1
BNA
Nashville Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$142 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 25 from Nashville Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Jul 1, priced at $142 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$158 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Aug 26, priced at $158 found 1 day ago
Bargain Flight
Sat, May 25 - Sun, May 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$164 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sat, May 25 from Los Angeles Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Sun, May 26, priced at $164 found 3 days ago
Bargain Flight
Tue, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 11
OMA
Eppley Field
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$243 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Tue, Jun 11 from Eppley Field to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 11, priced at $243 found 3 days ago
United
Wed, Jun 5 - Wed, Jun 12
SLC
Salt Lake City Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$387 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$387
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jun 5 from Salt Lake City Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $387 found 20 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Jun 25 - Mon, Jul 1
BNA
Nashville Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$690 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$690
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jun 25 from Nashville Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Jul 1, priced at $690 found 8 hours ago

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Frequently Asked Questions About flights to Santa Cruz

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Cruz?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to Santa Cruz are in June, but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to Santa Cruz?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find 13 to choose from for your flight to Santa Cruz.

What airport is best to fly into Santa Cruz?

When you’re planning your trip to Santa Cruz, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, Santa Cruz Watsonville Municipal Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your Santa Cruz must-do list.

How much are flights to Santa Cruz?

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Can I fly to Santa Cruz right now?

With recent COVID-19 closures and reopenings, many people are wondering, “Is it safe to travel to  right now?” When it’s time to book your flight, be sure to check out the most up-to-date information on all safety measures, any restrictions, and guidance on traveling during the coronavirus pandemic.

Santa Cruz Flight Information
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJC
Roundtrip price
$84

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Cruz

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $89 per night from May 29 to May 30
$89
per night
May 29 - May 30
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,048 reviews)
"I like everything but the only issue that I have it was a misunderstanding with breakfast they told me from 7 AM to 10:30 PM. And we arrive at 10 o’clock and they already close on the other hand. Another issue that we had was that didn’t tell us that we need to request housekeeping service."

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $119 per night from May 27 to May 28
$119
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (398 reviews)
"The rooms were stupendous very very nice 👌"

Reviewed on May 21, 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $119 per night from May 27 to May 28
$119
per night
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"n/a"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $259 per night from May 28 to May 29
$259
per night
May 28 - May 29
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The boardwalk, wharf and the beach was walking distance. On site restaurant was very nice to have drinks, breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a long trail to walk along the property."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $128 per night from May 29 to May 30
$128
per night
May 29 - May 30
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $118 per night from May 27 to May 28
$118
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice staff"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $199 per night from May 30 to May 31
$199
per night
May 30 - May 31
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,236 reviews)
"Great view. Great unexpected amenities like spa robes and slippers. Patio furniture was comfortable for prime ocean viewing. This was our second stay and we lucked out that this time we had amazing views of the fireworks for the big dippers 100th bday celebration. So fun. We will be back"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Casablanca On The Beach
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
525 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $89 per night from May 27 to May 28
$89
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (375 reviews)
"The clerk was really friendly and nice. Nice rooms."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Seaside Inn & Suites
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