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 August
Estimated hotel price
$180
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in August
Estimated hotel price
$180
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 San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

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 Europcar and Turo, 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 San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

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 Europcar and Turo, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

Lufthansa
Good (8,197 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,036 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,501 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,652 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,100 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,952 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,493 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,453 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 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, 218 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, 335 reviews)
$164+
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Hilton Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1338 reviews)
$137+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1202 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $55 per day, on average, or $165 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 26% 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 $55 per day, on average, or $165 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 26% 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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