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Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 22
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$78 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 20 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Feb 22, priced at $78 found 23 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 24
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$83 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 17 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Dec 24, priced at $83 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 22
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$86 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 19 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Feb 22, priced at $86 found 23 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 21
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$88 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 20 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Fri, Feb 21, priced at $88 found 23 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 24
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$94 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 20 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Dec 24, priced at $94 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 20
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 15 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Feb 20, priced at $97 found 23 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 5
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$98 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 25 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Dec 5, priced at $98 found 3 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 25
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$137 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 16 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Dec 25, priced at $137 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 30
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$150 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 16 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Dec 30, priced at $150 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 19
SAN
San Diego Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$176 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Feb 19 from San Diego Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, Feb 19, priced at $176 found 23 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 14
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$197 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 8 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Dec 14, priced at $197 found 8 hours ago
United
Mon, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 25
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$205 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Dec 16 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Dec 25, priced at $205 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 25
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$207 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 16 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Dec 25, priced at $207 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 7
PAE
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$605 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$605
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 29 from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat, Dec 7, priced at $605 found 12 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 7
ITO
Hilo Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$622 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$622
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 31 from Hilo Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Jan 7, priced at $622 found 22 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 9
ITO
Hilo Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$633 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$633
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 30 from Hilo Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Jan 9, priced at $633 found 22 hours 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 February, 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
$77

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $102 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$102
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great hotel and location!
"Hotel was very nice and pretty. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 $126 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
$126
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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! (1,042 reviews)
"expensive - but loved it - and the bfast was awesome,"

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham 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 $113 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
$113
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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! (1,065 reviews)
"very home-y and clean vibe"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 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 $122 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$122
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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! (672 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $197 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$197
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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 clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,293 reviews)
"Very close to the ocean and the pier. Walking distance to liquor store and eateries. Modern, simple, and clean. Noisy because of the road, but totally worth it for the price."

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024

Casablanca On The Beach
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $133 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
$133
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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! (1,001 reviews)
Great Stay!
"Great staff, clean and super nice!"

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3 out of 5
2956 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $122 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$122
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Will definitely be coming back."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel
2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is $126 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$126
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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! (691 reviews)
Quick get away
"We paid for a beach view we got a partial other wise everything was nice"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Marea Sol Hotel
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