Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Los Altos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Los Altos

With a population of 28 976, Los Altos is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Los Altos has to offer.

Where to Eat in Los Altos

If you’re looking for affordable options, Estrellita Mexican Bistro & Cantina (971 N. San Antonio Road) and Barbayani Greek Taverna (388 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Los Altos

Los Altos in December
Estimated hotel price
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in December
Estimated hotel price
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Los Altos

Plane

When flying to Los Altos, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Los Altos include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 51 km from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Los Altos, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Los Altos include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 51 km from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

Lufthansa
Good (8,211 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,562 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,186 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,051 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,515 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,735 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,113 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,962 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,523 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,509 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Los Altos

Most booked hotels in Los Altos

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Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 219 reviews)
$145+
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Creekside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1748 reviews)
$129+
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Enchanté Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 127 reviews)
$344+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 334 reviews)
$154+
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Hilton Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1343 reviews)
$142+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1208 reviews)
$113+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $50 per day, on average, or $150 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Los Altos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $50 per day, on average, or $150 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Los Altos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

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