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Cheap round-trip flights to Santa Cruz

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat, 21 Dec - Tue, 7 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
S$159 Return, found 6 days ago
S$159
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 21 Dec from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, 7 Jan, priced at S$159 found 6 days ago
Delta
Thu, 12 Dec - Sun, 15 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
S$172 Return, found 4 days ago
S$172
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 12 Dec from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sun, 15 Dec, priced at S$172 found 4 days ago
Delta
Tue, 17 Dec - Thu, 2 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
S$186 Return, found 6 days ago
S$186
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 17 Dec from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, 2 Jan, priced at S$186 found 6 days ago
Delta
Thu, 12 Dec - Sun, 15 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
S$198 Return, found 4 days ago
S$198
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 12 Dec from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sun, 15 Dec, priced at S$198 found 4 days ago
Delta
Tue, 17 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
S$212 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$212
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 17 Dec from Los Angeles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, 17 Dec, priced at S$212 found 16 hours ago
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Cheap flights to Santa Cruz (SJC)

Get started finding a cheap flight to Santa Cruz on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or using the search bar to enter your travel dates, origin airport and whether you want a return or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

We recommend using the ‘Flexible Dates’ calendar at the top of the page to see the price of plane tickets on the surrounding dates. This allows you to pick the cheapest days to fly if your trip allows flexibility and score cheap flight deals to Santa Cruz.

Return prices range from S$159 - S$1,341 and one-ways Santa Cruz start as low as S$80.

Be aware that choosing a non-stop flight can sometimes be more expensive while saving you time. And routes with connections may be available at a cheaper rate.

 

Airlines that fly to Santa Cruz (SJC)

You have several options for which airline you choose to travel with to Santa Cruz. There are 10 airlines flying into SJC: Delta, American Airlines. 

Cheap plane tickets may be available from different airlines at different times and with unique terms. It’s best to understand the details of each airline’s offer before judging its value.

For example, if you plan to check in a bag or bring hand baggage, it's worth checking whether the cheap airfare deal includes a baggage allowance. If not, verify whether the baggage fee is higher than the difference of other airline plane ticket deals offering free checked in/hand baggage in exchange for a slightly higher airfare. 

Additionally, your preferred frequent flyer membership programmes may influence your choice of cheap airline. Expedia allows you to enter your membership numbers during checkout to earn points from your airline and Expedia Rewards—all while getting a great deal and planning all your travel on one online platform.

 

Find the best deals

At Expedia, we source many flight deals from multiple providers, so you can easily find the best deals that are right for you. A great strategy for getting the best deals can be to make sure you book and travel at optimal times. Airfare to Santa Cruz (SJC) varies throughout the year based on seasonal demand. You’ll see the lowest rates for return trips to SJC in December and in January for one-ways.

 

Cancellation & flexibility

To change or cancel eligible flights, go to ‘My Trips’ and navigate to your itinerary. If you booked within the last 24 hours, you might be able to cancel your flight for free. Learn more about flight changes or cancellations from our customer service portal. Some plane tickets are available with no change fees, which you can filter for during your search.

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Santa Cruz's airport?
Viru Viru Intl. Airport (VVI) is the sole airport in Santa Cruz.
What airport is best to fly into Santa Cruz?
Before booking your flight to Santa Cruz, it’s a wise idea to work out which airport is the most convenient. SFO is 80 kilometres from downtown. If you’re landing at SJC, you’ll find yourself 48 kilometres away from the centre of the city.
How many airlines fly to Santa Cruz?
There are 51 airlines connecting Santa Cruz with 139 airports from all over the globe.
Which airlines fly to Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz receives the largest number of flights from Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines with Alaska Airlines being the favourite choice of carrier. Los Angeles is the most popular city for passengers to jet off from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Santa Cruz?
Flying to a new place is much simpler when there aren’t any stopovers involved. If you’re off to Santa Cruz, the good news is that there are 4,521 direct flights operating each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Santa Cruz departing from?
Travellers often set off from Seattle, Los Angeles and Denver airports when flying to Santa Cruz.
How long is the flight to Santa Cruz Airport?
Which city you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you’ll get to enjoy. From Los Angeles to Santa Cruz, the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes. From San Diego it’s typically 1 hour and 30 minutes, and from Seattle it’s 2 hours and 7 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Cruz?
If you’d like to have some extra spending money on your Santa Cruz holiday, then listen up! As every seasoned traveller will tell you, avoid booking at the last minute. Prices are generally more expensive just prior to the departure date. Also, look around online and compare your options. If your destination has more than one airport, you may be able to score a better price by flying into one that’s farther away. And finally, remember that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarize yourself with airfare costs and be ready to secure your ticket as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.
How to survive the flight to Santa Cruz?
We’ve pulled together all the info you need to make your journey as stress-free as possible. Follow our tips and you’ll be cruising through the airport and exploring Santa Cruz in next to no time.What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • First of all, put in your passport, travel docs, bank cards and medications. Next, you’ll need some in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A thrilling book and a tablet filled with your favourite shows are some terrific options. If you hope to catch up on some sleep, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, squeeze in a toothbrush and some deodorant so you’ll touchdown looking fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Make sure you don’t have a sharp object hiding in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive products, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort really should be your number one priority when choosing what to wear during your flight. Consider your choice of footwear with care too, as swelling of the feet and ankles are quite common. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are always a good idea.
  • Most travellers have heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of sitting. There are numerous ways to minimize your risk. Wear a pair of compression tights or socks, drink plenty of water and get your legs and feet moving. Do a lap or two of the cabin or perform some simple exercises in your seat.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Santa Cruz?
It’s all about being organised. We’ve rounded up some tips and tricks for a speedy trip through airport security. Watch out Santa Cruz, here you come:

  • Keep your ID and boarding pass at hand. They’re the first items you’ll be asked to present to security.
  • After that, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that might set the alarms off. Personal belongings such as your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
  • All electronic gadgets, including your phone and tablet, will also need to be scanned separately.
  • Can’t travel without your favourite hand and nail cream? Not a problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a zip-close bag, you can bring it with you in your carry-on.
  • Slip-on shoes are a practical footwear choice as you’re less likely to be asked to remove them when passing through security. Safety boots and other heavy shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
  • Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them in your checked luggage. They won’t be allowed on board and will be confiscated.

Flights to Santa Cruz information
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJC
Destination city name
San Jose
Return price
S$158

Trending flights to Santa Cruz

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Asiana Airlines
Tue, 4 Feb - Tue, 11 Feb
SIN
Changi
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
S$1,341 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,341
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Tue, 4 Feb from Changi to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, 11 Feb, priced at S$1,341 found 1 day ago
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