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Cheap flights to Santa Cruz County from $23 One Way, $48 Round Trip

$48 return flights and $23 one-way flights to Santa Cruz County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
LAS
Las Vegas
SFO
San Francisco
$48 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$48
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 16 from Las Vegas to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 23, priced at $48 found 2 hours ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
LAS
Las Vegas
OAK
Oakland
$53 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 9 from Las Vegas to Oakland, returning Sun, Dec 13, priced at $53 found 5 days ago
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
LAS
Las Vegas
SJC
San Jose
$58 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 17 from Las Vegas to San Jose, returning Sun, Dec 20, priced at $58 found 18 hours ago
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 29
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$63 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$63
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 12 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 29, priced at $63 found 21 hours ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
LAS
Las Vegas
MRY
Monterey
$78 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Dec 11 from Las Vegas to Monterey, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $78 found 11 hours ago
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 12
SEA
Seattle
OAK
Oakland
$92 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 12 from Seattle to Oakland, returning Sat, Dec 12, priced at $92 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$122 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 8, priced at $122 found 2 days ago

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Santa Cruz County Accommodation Deals

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$385 nightly
The price is $432 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$432 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (610 reviews)
"Would stay again. Awesome hotel 👍"

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$138 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,648 reviews)
"Great little hotel across from beach. Worst flat pillows we have ever had in a hotel."

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$132 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a 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 ...
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$106 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$122 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,367 reviews)
"everything was good . The room did not smell good .I give it a c"

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

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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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Mitsubishi Mirage

$12

$33 total
found 1 day ago
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Ford Focus

$13

$34 total
found 1 day ago
Compact Ford Focus

Mini Van

Dodge Caravan, 7 seater
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Dodge Caravan, 7 seater

$52

$148 total
found 1 day ago
Mini Van Dodge Caravan, 7 seater

Premium Van

Ford Transit Passenger Van
  • 15 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Ford Transit Passenger Van

$64

$221 total
found 1 day ago
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Santa Cruz County

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Santa Cruz County?
With 13 airlines waiting to take you away to Santa Cruz County, finding the ideal flight will be a cinch. Book a fare with one of these popular international carriers that offer services to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO):

  • United Airlines - 487 flights to Santa Cruz County per month
  • Air Canada - 261 flights to Santa Cruz County per month
  • Alaska Airlines - 56 flights to Santa Cruz County per month

How much is a flight to Santa Cruz County?
Plenty of huge deals were up for the taking this week, with round-trip flights to Santa Cruz County ranging from $48 to $122. But it was passengers starting their trip from San Diego (SAN) who snapped up the top bargains. One-way flights to Santa Cruz County started from a low $23.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Cruz County?
With some of the most impressive flight deals around, you'll always jet for less with Orbitz. The following useful tips will help you snap up cheap flights to Santa Cruz County — and leave you with more money to play with:

  • Consider alternative airports to cut costs. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports in the form fields, then choose the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list the available options.
  • If your plans aren't set in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to check out the flight deals for different departure dates. If you find a suitable cheaper fare, go with it.
  • You can also hit the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even choose the time of day you want to fly.
  • Once you've figured out your travel dates, book your flight. Ticket prices generally get dearer as the departure date gets closer.
  • Make greater savings on your trip by combining your flights, hotels and car rental into an Orbitz package. Your wallet will thank you for it.
  • If you can, avoid traveling in the most popular seasons. Airfares are often at their most expensive during summer, school breaks and around other vacation times like Easter and Thanksgiving.

What is the best time to book a flight to Santa Cruz County?
Purchase your flights to Santa Cruz County in January. This is the best time of the year for bargain airfares, closely followed by February and August. Catch cheap flights and let your dream vacation come true with Orbitz.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Santa Cruz County?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Generally, these are the cheapest days to purchase seats to Santa Cruz County. The vacation of your dreams starts with an unbeatable flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Santa Cruz County?
Look into leaving early in the week to nab cheap flights to Santa Cruz County. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests Monday is typically the most affordable day to head off, followed by Tuesday. Saturdays were shown to have the most expensive airfares. This is possibly because most passengers choose to begin their escape when the working week is over.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Cruz County?
You can jet for less in August. This is generally the best month to take off if you want cheap flights to Santa Cruz County, Orbitz data shows. The costliest time to fly is June, so avoid this month if you're watching your pennies.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Plans change, and we think your flight should be able to do the same. That's why Orbitz makes it a cinch to search for fares with free cancellation and no change fees. Simply enter your departure and arrival points and then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." How's that for fuss-free?
What do I need for the flight to Santa Cruz County?
From onboard activities to travel necessities like earplugs, there are some things a seasoned flyer won't leave home without. To make sure you're ready for your journey, have a read through this handy list:

  • Make sure you've got your travel documents and some identification. For overseas trips, you'll need to bring your passport. When booking your flights, always use the same name, gender and birth date as stated on your current ID.
  • Stuff your carry-on bag with snacks and activities and you'll happily pass the time on your medium-haul flight. Where possible, get on the airport's Wi-Fi and download your favorite playlist or podcast to your phone before take off.
  • No matter what the weather is outside, airplane cabins can often get a little chilly. Take an extra layer with you on your journey to stay cozy and warm.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Santa Cruz County?
Experienced travelers have a knack for finding business or first-class airfares to Santa Cruz County without the eye-watering price tag. Be like them with these practical tips:

  • Flexibility isn't just for the gym. Leave some room to move around your travel dates so you can snap up more affordable airfares when a big sale comes along.
  • Low-cost airlines offer first or business-class seating at affordable prices. Ditch the full-service carriers and check out these cheaper options.
  • Make the most of your airline's flight rewards program and upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in an online auction.

What is the best time to go to Santa Cruz County?
Santa Cruz County is busy in March, May and July. If you plan to head there during these months, it may be an idea to book in advance to ensure you nab the best deals. Wondering what summertime's like in Santa Cruz County? Average daily temperatures usually hover between 55 ºF and 75 ºF. Like many destinations in the Northern Hemisphere, summer kicks off June 20 here.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.