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
$199
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in July
Estimated hotel price
$199
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 10 miles 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 31 miles 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 10 miles 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 31 miles 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

KLM
Good (1,492 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,900 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,865 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,302 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,392 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,173 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,907 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,185 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,262 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, 223 reviews)
$153+
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Creekside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1729 reviews)
$122+
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Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1072 reviews)
$126+
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Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 874 reviews)
$138+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 356 reviews)
$154+
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The Domain Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1111 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 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 24% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 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 24% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

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