Flying from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at San Jose's main airport, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Check out your options for booking a flight from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) leaving from this terminal.
Take a direct San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Jose. Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located in Washington DC.
Take your pick of 3 direct services each week between Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). This is the most popular route, with Southwest Airlines offering a 8:55pm departure from SJC to BWI.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from San Jose to BWI. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
You can hop on a direct flight from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) out of Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
When departing from SJC, you can catch a direct flight from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from SJC to BWI.
Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that take off from SJC arrive at their destination on time.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
If you have a late flight from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near BWI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to central Washington DC is roughly 25 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is £88. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £190. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Jose to BWI if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Cheap San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. July is when most people book flights from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a San Jose to BWI plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Jose to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Washington DC when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Smithsonian followed by Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Washington DC. Around 153 kms (95 miles) away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Virginia Beach, roughly 274 kms (170 miles) south of Washington DC. Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach are among the biggest draws.