About San José Mineta International Airport

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) serves San Jose and the wider Silicon Valley in Northern California. It gives the South Bay a closer alternative to San Francisco and Oakland. The airport is named after Norman Mineta, a San Jose native who served as the city's mayor and later as a US cabinet secretary.

Location and Distance to Downtown San Jose

SJC sits only a few miles northwest of downtown San Jose, between the US-101 and I-880 freeways. The short hop to the city centre, and to tech campuses across Santa Clara Valley, is a big draw.

Terminals and Facilities at SJC

There are two terminals, A and B. Terminal A hosts American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Volaris. Terminal B is home to Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and ZIPAIR. Free Wi-Fi is available across the airport, along with a wide range of restaurants and shops.

Airlines and Routes from San Jose

Southwest Airlines has a big presence here, with many routes across the western United States. Other airlines connect SJC with major US hubs, Hawaii and Mexico. ZIPAIR offers a link to Tokyo Narita, while Volaris serves several Mexican cities. Some routes are seasonal, so check the schedule for your dates.

Ground Transport at San José Mineta Airport

• Public transit: VTA buses connect the terminals with nearby rail, including Caltrain and VTA light rail, which link onward to BART.
• Rental cars: a consolidated rental car centre is located near Terminal B.
• Rideshare and taxis: both pick up at designated zones outside each terminal.

Places to Visit Near San Jose

San Jose puts you close to Silicon Valley landmarks, the Winchester Mystery House and the Santa Cruz Mountains. The coast at Santa Cruz is within an easy drive, and San Francisco is reachable by car or train.

Tips for Flying from SJC

• Check which terminal your airline uses before you set off.
• Allow extra time on weekday mornings, when freeway traffic builds up.
• Arrive early at peak holiday periods, when security lines grow longer.

Flying out of Silicon Valley? Book your SJC flight on Traveloka.