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Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 10 - Mon, Apr 14
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$90 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 10 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Apr 14, priced at $90 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 10
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$90 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 9 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Apr 10, priced at $90 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$103 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 4 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Apr 12, priced at $103 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 10
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$104 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$104
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Apr 10, priced at $104 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$108 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 4 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Apr 12, priced at $108 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 14
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$112 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 13 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Apr 14, priced at $112 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 8
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$112 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Apr 8, priced at $112 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Mon, Jun 2
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $117 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Wed, May 21 - Tue, May 27
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, May 21 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, May 27, priced at $117 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Sun, May 25
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$147 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sun, May 25, priced at $147 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Mar 28 - Fri, Mar 28
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$149 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Fri, Mar 28, priced at $149 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$224 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 4 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Apr 12, priced at $224 found 6 days ago
United
Fri, Apr 4 - Mon, Apr 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Apr 4 from Los Angeles Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Mon, Apr 7, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$262 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from O'Hare Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, May 28, priced at $262 found 7 hours ago
United
Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 6
LIT
Clinton National Airport
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$294 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from Clinton National Airport to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $294 found 6 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 24
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$533 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$533
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 17 from O'Hare Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $533 found 1 day 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 April, 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 16 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
$89

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Cruz

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 $170 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
$170
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Book a stay at this 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! (1,172 reviews)
Great place for a family vacay!
"I loved staying here for our family trip to Santa Cruz! Great location. Walking distance to the pier and restaurants. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Spotless and comfortable lobby, and eating area. Several options for breakfast."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $149 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$149
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Hotel Paradox is the place to stay when coming to Santa Cruz! Such a great location! Such a great property! Walking distance to a lot of the shops and dining! Or driving if you don’t want to walk! This hotel being dog friendly is such a plus! The rooms are spacious and very well designed! The ONLY ..."

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $208 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$208
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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 restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The property is in a wooded area and there are paths to use for short hikes. The lobby and spa are beautiful. Check in was super easy and the staff was really nice. I got a bottle of wine for being Expedia VIP. The room is simple but clean and the bed comfy. Our slider opens to the center of the ..."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $136 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$136
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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 helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Sdk"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $340 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$340
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The proximity can’t be beat and the restaurant on site is delicious. We got free parking as part of our stay but it is $35 a day as an FYI. In my opinion it should be included given how costly this property is. That’s my biggest complaint is how expensive this hotel is! Also have to go to floor 4 ..."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Dream Inn 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 $117 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$117
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (1,068 reviews)
Hilton Scotts Valley/Santa Cruz
"Nice rooms and easy check in. Breakfast in dining room not so good."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

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 $138 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$138
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (776 reviews)
"Good hotel close to boardwalk."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2 out of 5
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $189 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$189
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Book a stay at this beach motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I am not a motel person so had to read way too many reviews before booking, but would do so again in a heartbeat. The rooms are clean and pretty spacious, the staff is very friendly, and there are little gem amenities, like fresh popcorn and snowcones that you can actually get and hot coffee each ..."

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

Beach Street Inn and Suites
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