Flying from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC): What you need to know
Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out the options for booking a flight from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) leaving from this base.
2 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport flight.
Seattle and San Jose (where Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), with 80 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from SEA to SJC is the 6:15am Southwest Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 9:39pm with Alaska Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Seattle to SJC.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Get there in one go from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) can be booked from here.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport departing from SEA. Get on board with any of these:
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Alaska Airlines from SEA to SJC.
Among carriers on this route, Delta Air Lines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Seattle to SJC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SJC and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
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Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport flight.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Getting from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to the centre of San Jose is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Currently, R 925 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,765. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to SJC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit San Jose. August is when most people book flights from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Seattle to SJC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about San Jose
After booking your flight from Seattle to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in San Jose when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Japantown (San Jose) followed by Winchester Mystery House and The Tech Museum of Innovation.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Jose. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Sacramento is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres north of San Jose. No journey is complete without visiting Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
