Flying from San Diego to San Jose: what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from San Diego to San Jose. Explore the options for taking off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is where you'll disembark in San Jose.
Jump on a direct San Diego to San Jose flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
San Diego and San Jose share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route for flights from San Diego to San Jose is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). You can select from 72 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from SAN to SJC is the 06:30 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:25 with Southwest Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your San Diego to San Jose flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Jose
At the moment, £29 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to San Jose. The cheapest price for a return flight is £61. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap San Diego to San Jose flights.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from San Diego to San Jose. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You can book a direct flight from San Diego to San Jose jetting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Begin your journey at SAN and come in for landing at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
Leading carriers that offer direct San Diego to San Jose plane tickets from SAN include:
Located around 3 kms (2 miles) from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to San Jose, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 71.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to SJC if you have a late flight from San Diego to San Jose. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.
Booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Diego to San Jose. August is the most popular month to travel to San Jose. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Book a San Diego to San Jose ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap flights from San Diego to San Jose in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
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 Diego to San Jose, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Jose. Around 310 miles to the south-east, its top attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider San Francisco, about 40 miles north-west of San Jose. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.