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Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 13
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$98 Roundtrip, just found
$98
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $98 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 7
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$103 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $103 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 7
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$106 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $106 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$108 Roundtrip, just found
$108
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $108 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$119 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $119 found 23 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$129 Roundtrip, just found
$129
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $129 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $139 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$156 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $156 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Sep 25
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $159 found 1 day ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $179 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$180 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $180 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
CLD
McClellan-Palomar
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$201 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from McClellan-Palomar to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $201 found 23 hours ago
Bargain Flight
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Oct 6
BOS
Logan Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$341 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$341
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Logan Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $341 found 16 hours ago
United
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Oct 6
BOS
Logan Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$347 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Logan Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $347 found 16 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 20
MDW
Midway Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$479 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$479
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Dec 22 from Midway Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $479 found 9 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 19
CLD
McClellan-Palomar
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$802 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$802
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from McClellan-Palomar to Monterey Peninsula, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $802 found 3 days ago

Cheap Flights to Santa Cruz

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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 October, 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 15 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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Santa Cruz Flight Information
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJC
Roundtrip price
$155

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Cruz

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,213 reviews)
"Very close to the Pier and beach, and it was so clean! Breakfast was great also. I'll be back Daughter, just move to UCSC. This will be our place to stay every so often to see her."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
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! (1,044 reviews)
Great Place
"Really great place to stay. Lovely comfortable room, barn door bathroom and walk in shower. Wish breakfast was included in the booking. We paid $50 (tip included)for avocado on toast and pancake with berries and 2 coffees, at the breakfast bar in the hotel. Not far from everything."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,163 reviews)
"Perfect location. Easy walk to the Pier and easy walk to the boardwalk. Very clean. But, no microwave. There is a mini fridge. We checked in early. Everyone is so kind."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"I liked it"

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,183 reviews)
"We slept well."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,133 reviews)
"Clean, close to everything, breakfast good."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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