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 May
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in May
Estimated hotel price
$164
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 Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 52 km from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Sixt 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 Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 52 km from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,617 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,013 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,563 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,072 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,040 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,431 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,512 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,596 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,085 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,408 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Los Altos

Most booked hotels in Los Altos

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Enchante Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 115 reviews)
$331+
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Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (9, 215 reviews)
$119+
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Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1226 reviews)
$174+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 348 reviews)
$115+
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Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 973 reviews)
$117+
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The Westin San Jose
4 stars
Good (7.9, 550 reviews)
$156+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Los Altos is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Minivan or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Los Altos is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Minivan or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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