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Cheap Flights to Palo Alto from $33 One Way, $68 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$68 Roundtrip, just found
$68
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $68 just found
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 13
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$95 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$95
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Apr 13, priced at $95 found 1 day ago
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 19
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$113 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 19 from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, May 19, priced at $113 found 4 days ago
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$135 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $135 found 2 hours ago
Fri, May 1 - Wed, May 6
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$137 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 1 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Wed, May 6, priced at $137 found 3 days ago
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$137 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 1 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Tue, May 5, priced at $137 found 5 days ago
Sun, Apr 26 - Tue, Apr 28
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$137 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 26 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $137 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$144 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 27 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Sat, May 30, priced at $144 found 1 day ago
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
PAE
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$149 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, May 12, priced at $149 found 5 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$166 Roundtrip, just found
$166
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from O'Hare Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $166 just found

Palo Alto Flight Information

Traveling To
Palo Alto
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJC
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta
Flight Price
$68
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Palo Alto economy flight packages

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Embassy Hotel
2.5-star property

Embassy Hotel

May 2 - May 6

4 night stay

Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Coach

San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Coach
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Price was $432, price is now $276 per person
$276
per person
found 22 hours ago
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
4.5-star property

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square

May 14 - May 17

3 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $1,059, price is now $636 per person
$636
per person
found 1 day ago
1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0-star property

1 Hotel San Francisco

May 14 - May 18

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,210, price is now $1,443 per person
$1,443
per person
found 1 day ago
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Palo Alto premium economy flight packages

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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0-star property

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

9/10 Wonderful! (4,822 reviews)

May 9 - May 13

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,176, price is now $1,001 per person
$1,001
per person
found 1 day ago
Good service and clean

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Club Wyndham Canterbury
3.0-star property

Club Wyndham Canterbury

9.2/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)

May 9 - May 13

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,267, price is now $1,108 per person
$1,108
per person
found 1 day ago
Staff is great. Good location.

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2021

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Palo Alto first class flight packages

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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0-star property

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

9/10 Wonderful! (4,822 reviews)

May 9 - May 17

8 night stay

New York (LGA) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Non-stop • FirstClass

San Francisco (SFO) to New York (LGA)

American Airlines • Non-stop • FirstClass
Price was $2,375, price is now $2,007 per person
$2,007
per person
found 1 day ago
Good service and clean

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

The Hotel Castro San Francisco
2.5-star property

The Hotel Castro San Francisco

8.8/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)

May 9 - May 17

8 night stay

New York (LGA) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Non-stop • FirstClass

San Francisco (SFO) to New York (LGA)

American Airlines • Non-stop • FirstClass
Price was $3,835, price is now $3,267 per person
$3,267
per person
found 1 day ago
Easy, nice, unique, awesome location.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023

Club Wyndham Canterbury
3.0-star property

Club Wyndham Canterbury

9.2/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)

May 9 - May 17

8 night stay

New York (LGA) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Non-stop • FirstClass

San Francisco (SFO) to New York (LGA)

American Airlines • Non-stop • FirstClass
Price was $2,617, price is now $2,265 per person
$2,265
per person
found 1 day ago
Staff is great. Good location.

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Palo Alto?
With 20 airlines to take your pick of, finding the right flight that matches your travel dates and budget will be a piece of cake. San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the main entryway to Palo Alto and where you'll likely be touching down. These top international carriers are waiting to take you there:

  • United Airlines - 487 flights to Palo Alto per month
  • Air Canada - 261 flights to Palo Alto per month
  • Alaska Airlines - 56 flights to Palo Alto per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Palo Alto?
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), around 12 miles east of the center of Palo Alto, is one option. San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is another gateway to the city. Compare the flight deals to both airports, along with which terminal is more convenient for you to touch down at.
How much is a flight to Palo Alto?
If you're searching for round-trip flights, airfares ranged from $68 to $166 this week. The most affordable one-way price was $33, from Los Angeles (LAX).
How to book the cheapest flight to Palo Alto?
With Orbitz, you'll uncover some of the most incredible flight deals around from a big selection of airlines. But if you'd like to heighten your chances of booking cheap flights to Palo Alto, here are some tips to try out:

  • Depending on where you're coming from, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). Oftentimes, alternative departure points offer better value for money.
  • If you're flexible with your travel schedule, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. It'll display the flight deals for the days before and after your chosen departure. Ticket prices often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
  • You can also hit the 'Show options' link to filter results for your preferred airline, 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, don't waste time booking your flight. Ticket prices generally climb as the departure date nears.
  • Think about bundling your flights, hotels and car rentals into an Orbitz package to make your dollar go further.
  • Don't fly during peak seasons if possible. By avoiding school vacations and summer, you can save big on your airfare.

How long is a flight to Palo Alto?
You might have time to read one or two chapters of your book, or you might polish off the whole thing! Flight durations depend on where you're leaving from, but these popular routes to Palo Alto will give you a better picture:

  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 1 hour and 34 minutes
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 6 hours and 7 minutes
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 1 hour and 56 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Palo Alto?
Land a bargain and book your tickets to Palo Alto in January. If you've missed this month, don't worry. February and August often have low airfares as well. Be careful not to sleep on a sale though — cheap flights come and go in the click of a mouse!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Palo Alto?
In general, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days to book a flight to Palo Alto. If you're looking for unbeatable airfares, search across those days and you could land an excellent flight deal.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Palo Alto?
If you're after cheap flights to Palo Alto, depart earlier in the week. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is the cheapest day to fly out, followed by Tuesday. Saturday is the most expensive, so avoid this day and do your bank account a favor.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Palo Alto?
Fly sometime in August if you're on a budget. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month for cheap flights to Palo Alto. June is when prices are at their most expensive.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
If you suspect your travel plans could change, Orbitz can help you lock in a flexible fare. All you have to do is click on "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your flights. We'll show you airlines that include free cancellation and no change fees — in addition to our awesome low prices.
What do I need for the flight to Palo Alto?
The secret to a smooth and comfortable flight is to prepare well. Here are some tips that'll help get you ready for take off:

  • Whether you print it out or use an electronic one, you'll need your boarding pass to get on to the plane. You'll also need some sort of government-issued photo identification. If you're traveling internationally, make sure your passport is valid and you've checked visa requirements.
  • To keep you busy on the short trip to Palo Alto, download your favorite tunes or stock up the audiobook library on your phone. Food can also be a tasty distraction while in the air, so maybe even bring a snack.
  • Even if you're flying when it's sweltering outside, carry a sweater on board with you. Cabins can get chilly!

How many direct flights are there to Palo Alto?
Each month, there are 414 direct flights into Palo Alto. Pick from a nice variety of airlines, including Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Other reputable carriers that jet to Palo Alto nonstop are American Airlines, United Airlines and Volaris.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Palo Alto?
Savvy travelers are pros at finding business or first-class flights to Palo Alto without the steep price tag. Follow their example with these useful tips:

  • Be flexible. By being open to different travel dates, you'll have a better chance of picking up a rewarding deal on first or business-class airfares.
  • Budget airlines offer business-class seats at a fraction of the usual cost. Skip the full-service carriers and look into these cheaper options.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions (if available) or upgrade your seat with loyalty points.

How to get into Palo Alto from the airport?
Book a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) car rental from SJC airport and easily find your way to downtown Palo Alto. Decide on a vehicle from one of the well-known rental offices on-site including National Car Rental, Budget or Avis. After you've placed your luggage in the trunk, the city center is 12 miles to the west. If you'd rather take a taxi into town and pick up your own set of wheels from there instead, browse our Palo Alto car rentals.
What is the best time to go to Palo Alto?
There's loads of fun to be had whatever time of year you visit Palo Alto, but March, May and August are the liveliest months. Want to pack your itinerary with plenty of warm-weather activities? Plan your trip around June 20. This is when summertime begins in the Northern Hemisphere. Expect the mercury to float between 60 ºF and 80 ºF during this time.
Travel tips for Palo Alto

  • Wear your comfy kicks and explore this buzzing city on foot. There are many fantastic attractions you shouldn't miss, such as Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center.
  • Also explore the sights within an easy drive of Palo Alto's center. Find your way to Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge and experience another side of this awesome destination.
  • Like to explore some other Santa Clara County cities? Organize a car rental and set out for Gilroy or Morgan Hill. With your own vehicle, getting to those harder-to-find destinations will also be a cinch.

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