Flying from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose: what you need to know
Many exciting adventures set off from Fort Lauderdale's main airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out the options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose leaving from this terminal.
Hop off the plane at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). This is how most airline passengers arrive in San Jose.
San Jose is three hours behind Fort Lauderdale and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you make your Fort Lauderdale to San Jose flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Fort Lauderdale to San Jose flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Travelling from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:
Pick up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
August is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Fort Lauderdale to San Jose ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring San Jose.
Explore more of United States
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres south-east of San Jose, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
San Francisco is another favourite destination in United States and is around 64 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without visiting Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.