$358 Cheap Flights to Santa Cruz

The cheapest month to fly to Santa Cruz is August when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when you'll find cheap fares. To keep costs down, avoid flying during school breaks and public holidays.

If you'd prefer to fly to Santa Cruz without a stopover, see what's on offer by selecting "Direct flights only" when you search for journeys on Expedia.

Jetting off in the low season and booking early are two of the best ways to snag cheap flights to Santa Cruz. Or, consider flying on a Thursday, which is on average 16% cheaper than leaving on a Sunday.* Want to be the first to know when fares drop? Set up price tracking on the Expedia app to get real-time updates.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

While booking in advance is typically the best way to save cash, don't worry if your Santa Cruz trip is last minute. You can still find cheap flights to Santa Cruz, especially if your plans have a little wiggle room. Try changing your dates, exploring different ticket types or flying out of another hub.

Lock in your flight to Santa Cruz two to four months ahead if you're jetting in from an international destination. For domestic travel, the recommendation is around 28 days in advance. Lower fares and a wider variety of travel dates, times and seating options are just a few of the benefits of booking early.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

You can usually get cheap flights to Santa Cruz on a Sunday. You'll save around 8% on average compared to those who book on a Friday, which is often the most expensive day for tickets.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Santa Cruz is connected to 15 airports worldwide through 15 carriers, with Clark Intl. Airport (CRK) as its chief entry point. Take your pick of these top airlines to Santa Cruz when planning your journey:

• Cebu Pacific Air
• Jeju Air
• Jin Air
• Scoot

If you're flying to Santa Cruz, the main hub to jet into is Clark Intl. Airport (CRK). You could also fly to Santa Cruz via Baguio (BAG-Loakan).

Jetting into Clark Intl. Airport (CRK) puts you approximately 55 mi southeast of central Santa Cruz.

Bundle your flights and accommodations and you could save hundreds of dollars. Better yet, you can add extras like tours and car rentals to your Santa Cruz flight and hotel package deal. With Expedia, it's simple to organize all your Santa Cruz travel arrangements in the same place.

You can typically cancel or change your flight to Santa Cruz within 24 hours of booking. However, keep in mind that some flights are non-refundable. In those cases, you may be issued credit for a future trip instead of a direct refund. It's important to check the airline's terms of service in your itinerary for specific details. You can use Expedia's "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filters when you search to find cheap flights to Santa Cruz with flexible change policies. To learn more, browse our Customer Service Portal.