Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Jose: what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Francisco (the location of San Francisco International Airport).
Allow plenty of time to make your SFO to San Jose flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central San Francisco to SFO takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Jose
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to San Jose flight is ر.ق. 292. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 718. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from SFO to San Jose. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to the centre of San Jose takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:
Pick up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SFO to San Jose.
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Before locking in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Jose offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Book your San Francisco International Airport to San Jose flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Winchester Mystery House and San Jose Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in San Jose.
Explore more of United States
San Jose has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres south-east of San Jose, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Fresno is another favourite destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres east of San Jose. No trip is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
