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
$183
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in May
Estimated hotel price
$183
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 Los Angeles and takes around 1h 21m.

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 Sixt, 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 Los Angeles and takes around 1h 21m.

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 Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,945 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 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)
$182+
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Enchante Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 123 reviews)
$344+
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Creekside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1724 reviews)
$149+
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Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1241 reviews)
$195+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 357 reviews)
$183+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1198 reviews)
$122+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $54 per day, on average, or $162 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 $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. 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 Standard rental cars (Toyota Mirai or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $54 per day, on average, or $162 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 $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. 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 Standard rental cars (Toyota Mirai or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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