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Cheap Flights to Santa Cruz

Fall in love at first flight with your vacation to Santa Cruz by saving a ton of cash on your last-minute cheap flight. There’s no more scouring the internet for a good deal—book your flight to Santa Cruz on Hotwire, and you’ll be up, up, and on a getaway in no time.

Because once the wheels are down in Santa Cruz, the good times start rolling. So buckle up, you’re in for a fun ride.

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Don’t waste your time on endless searches for cheap airline tickets oneway or roundtrip. We’ll have you on your way to Santa Cruz with a tiny bag of pretzels in your hand before you can say “tray tables in the upright position”—and for a ticket price that works for your vacay budget.

So all you have to worry about is where you’re headed after the SJC airport.

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 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?

Got very cheap flights on your vacation itinerary? When you book your airline tickets to Santa Cruz on Hotwire, you may just get what’s on your getaway wish list. With tickets as low as $103, you’ll have leftover cash for at least a magazine and a bottle of water at the airport book store.

How to get cheap flights to Santa Cruz?

The trick to saving a stack of cash on your flight to Santa Cruz? Snatch up that Hotwire flight deal when you see a killer rate because it could be gone in a flash. And with flights as low as $103 right now, why wait?

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
$50

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 $89 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$89
per night
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (193 reviews)
Great for price
"Very nice for the price, clean & staff friendly. A/C unit had noise issues but did not report. Very convenient to local spots, beach 15 min walk. I would recommend & stay again"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2023

Seaside Inn & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $135 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$135
per night
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (614 reviews)
"The front desk very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is close to the wharf. Clean and modern."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $129 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$129
per night
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,047 reviews)
"I loved sitting on the patio watching the ocean- even though I ended up with a street view room- it was a lovely stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023

Casablanca On The Beach
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel
2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $114 per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$114
per night
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (182 reviews)
"Very Pleasant, very nice"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023

Marea Sol Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $124 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$124
per night
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk ...
8/10 Very Good! (209 reviews)
"Did not like the fact that they only provide Valet parking and it cost $25 per night."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2 out of 5
330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $92 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$92
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (223 reviews)
"Didn’t end up staying here due to ‘power issues’. We got moved to another hotel down the road. Seems abit suspicious as the photos matched the other hotel.. overall staff were helpful and good value"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2023

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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 $118 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$118
per night
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Hotel was nice, staff was great. Elevator situation was a little odd. We needed to take 2 elevators to get to our room."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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 Oct 16 to Oct 17
$259
per night
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Sept trave
"It was amazing! Customer service was great and accommodations exceeded expectations!"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2023

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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.