Travelling from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
San Francisco (where San Francisco International Airport is located) and San Jose share the UTC-8 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Jose to SFO.
If you're flying during a peak month like May, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in San Jose
San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
Travelling from central San Jose to SJC takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to San Jose Mineta International Airport:
San Jose Mineta International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from SJC reach their destination without delay.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your San Jose to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
Central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport is $158. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,587. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from San Jose to SFO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest San Jose to San Francisco International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from San Jose to SFO.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to go to San Francisco. May is when most people book flights from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a San Jose to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC to 22ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Francisco
Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to San Francisco International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Francisco:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in San Francisco when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Golden Gate Bridge followed by Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Around 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco, Sacramento is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Sacramento Waterfront, California State Railroad Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park.
