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 April
Estimated hotel price
$204
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in April
Estimated hotel price
$204
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

Lufthansa
Good (8,161 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,550 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,017 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,492 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,638 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,903 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,395 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,492 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (424 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,431 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,349 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, 214 reviews)
$136+
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Enchante Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 126 reviews)
$322+
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Maple Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1927 reviews)
$99+
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Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 872 reviews)
$217+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 342 reviews)
$135+
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Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 95 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $53 per day, on average, or $159 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 32% 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 $53 per day, on average, or $159 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 32% 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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