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 July
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in July
Estimated hotel price
$189
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 25m.

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 25m.

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 (8,066 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,528 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,053 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,403 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,410 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,237 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,844 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (935 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,590 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,828 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,197 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,410 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,280 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 (9.1, 218 reviews)
$173+
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Enchante Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 123 reviews)
$344+
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Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1239 reviews)
$200+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 353 reviews)
$179+
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Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1071 reviews)
$166+
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Hyatt Place San Jose, Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1646 reviews)
$159+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $57 per day, on average, or $171 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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 $57 per day, on average, or $171 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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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