Travelling from San Jose to Singapore: what you need to know
San Jose's main base, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from San Jose to Singapore.
Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's primary gateways.
Singapore's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Singapore 15 hours ahead of San Jose.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your San Jose to Singapore flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Singapore
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Flying from San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a San Jose to Singapore flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one option if you're taking off from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport.
SJC is around 5 kms (3 miles) from central San Jose. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Jose to Singapore, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that depart SJC reach their destination on time.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kms (11 miles) away.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from San Jose to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SIN:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and explore beyond Singapore's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Changi International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Singapore. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Jose to Singapore, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 25 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near XSP. Tuck yourself in after your San Jose to Singapore flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Jose to Singapore. April is the busiest month to travel to Singapore. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book a San Jose to Singapore ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from San Jose to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from San Jose to Singapore, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Singapore:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are must-visits when exploring Singapore.