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Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 29 - Tue, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$77 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$77
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 4, priced at $77 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 29 - Tue, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$84 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 4, priced at $84 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$89 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$89
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 4, priced at $89 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 11
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$90 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 1 day 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 $90 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$96 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 4, priced at $96 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 25 - Wed, May 29
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 25 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, May 29, priced at $97 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 28 - Mon, Jun 3
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$103 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Jun 3, priced at $103 found 1 day ago
Bargain Flight
Wed, May 15 - Tue, May 21
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$137 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, May 15 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, May 21, priced at $137 found 2 days ago
Delta
Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$138 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, May 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 4, priced at $138 found 12 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, May 29 - Tue, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$173 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jun 4, priced at $173 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 5
CLT
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$184 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 4 from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Jun 5, priced at $184 found 3 days ago
United
Fri, May 17 - Wed, May 22
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$201 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, May 17 from Los Angeles Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, May 22, priced at $201 found 21 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 15 - Mon, May 20
MIA
Miami Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$228 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 15 from Miami Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, May 20, priced at $228 found 4 days ago
Delta
Mon, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 5
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$348 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jun 3 from Columbia Metropolitan to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Jun 5, priced at $348 found 3 days ago
Delta
Mon, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 5
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$358 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jun 3 from Long Beach Municipal to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Jun 5, priced at $358 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Jun 11 - Fri, Jun 14
CLT
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$585 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jun 11 from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Fri, Jun 14, priced at $585 found 3 days ago

Cheap Flights to Santa Cruz

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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 May, 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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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
$76

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Cruz

Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
525 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $75 per night from May 12 to May 13
$75
per night
May 12 - May 13
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! (363 reviews)
A needed weekend getaway
"We stay here mostly every time we come to Santa Cruz. Facility is clean and conveniently located near attractions, restaurants and shops. Management and staff are helpful and courteous. Place is a great value compared to other surrounding hotels that seem to be overpriced."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Seaside Inn & Suites
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $202 per night from May 12 to May 13
$202
per night
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"beautiful views and the food at the view was very good"

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $127 per night from May 13 to May 14
$127
per night
May 13 - May 14
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very accommodating and courteous staff."

Reviewed on May 9, 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 $229 per night from May 12 to May 13
$229
per night
May 12 - May 13
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! (1,001 reviews)
Chillin’ !
"We had a wonderful stay ! Loved this hotel . Location & service was amazing. & Such a cool beachy vibe. We will be back !"

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $118 per night from May 13 to May 14
$118
per night
May 13 - May 14
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! (382 reviews)
"Our stay at this hotel was great! Our first floor room was very spacious and was well-stocked with everything we needed except body lotion. We would have loved another outlet or two (one on each side of each bed would have been great; one bed did not have an outlet on one side) and drawers vs. shelves ..."

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $132 per night from May 28 to May 29
$132
per night
May 28 - May 29
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)
"I thought the breakfast was a great option. I thought the amenities were lacking though. No disposable shower caps or hand lotions. No free parking $19/day for valet parking. But the hotel was in a good walking distance to downtown and the boardwalk, if you like walking. Not many restaurants close ..."

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Hyatt Place 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 $102 per night from May 19 to May 20
$102
per night
May 19 - May 20
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! (1,046 reviews)
"Pleasure to revisit."

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $189 per night from May 12 to May 13
$189
per night
May 12 - May 13
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! (1,224 reviews)
"A lot of fun to stay right across the street from the beach. Great for volleyball and people watching!"

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Casablanca On The Beach
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.