San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)

San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) is one of the busiest airports in California, with over 14 million passengers passing through every year. The airport has two terminals housed within the same building. Generally, Terminal A handles international flights and Terminal B handles domestic flights. They are easy walking distance of each other. San Jose Airport, California, hosts the following airlines between the two terminals: American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, Spirit, United Airlines, Volaris, Alaska Air, Southwest, and Zipair.

San Jose CA Airport Services

Accessibility for Travelers with Disabilities

Accessibility for Travelers with Disabilities

Like many modern airports, San Jose Mineta International Airport is fully equipped to support passengers with reduced mobility. However, you’ll need to book via your airline to ensure arrangements are made for you when you arrive. Accessibility features include: 

  • Wheelchair assistance
  • Accessible parking and shuttle services
  • Accessible bathrooms
  • Boarding assistance
  • Fast-track and priority boarding
  • Medical device assistance
  • Service animal relief areas
Baggage Services

Baggage Services

San Jose Airport Lounges

San Jose Airport Lounges

Free WIFI

Free WIFI

San Jose Airport Parking

There are 7 parking lots at San Jose CA Airport. The most convenient for Terminal A is Lot 2. For Terminal B, you’re better off parking inn Lot 3, 4, or 5, though Lot 5 is the closest. San Jose Airport long term parking is available in any of the parking lots, however, Lot 1 has the cheapest day rate.

Short-term parking

Within 10 min walk from each terminal

Within 10 min walk from each terminal

Best for day trips

Long-term parking

Within 10-15 min walk

Park at a rate of $18-40 (€16-35) per day 

Best for long vacations

Drop off & Pick up

Park in the cellphone pickup parking lots for free

Live Arrivals

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Live Departures

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Terminal Information

There is one terminal building at San Jose Mineta Airport that houses the two terminals. Terminal A is for international flights, and Terminal B is for domestic flights, though the International Arrivals Hall is sandwiched between the two terminals.  Both terminals are fully equipped with everything the modern traveler needs for a comfortable transit, including washrooms, baby change facilities, ATMs, Wi-Fi, and seating.

planes lined up at gates outside San Jose Airport
Terminal A - International

Terminal A – International

Terminal Information
Terminal B - Domestic

Terminal B – Domestic

Terminal Information

Transportation options from and to San Jose Mineta Airport

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By Bus

By Bus

Hop on the bus No. 60 to arrive in the city center in 35 minutes.

*Departure every 30 minutes

By Taxi

By Taxi

Get a San Jose Airport taxi from the taxi stands outside Terminals A & B.

Or, for a more personalized ride, you can book a private San Jose Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.

By Car

By Car

Rent a car at San Jose CA Airport and reach downtown in 12 minutes.

*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination​ and traffic.

More connections from San Jose CA Airport

Buses

No.60 and No.22 buses are the most reliable lines from San Jose Mineta International Airport to downtown. Tickets are cheap and the buses are available from 04:30 to 02:00 every day. 

The No.60 bus also passes the metro light rail station, which gives you more options.

Rental cars

Taxis and private transfers

San Jose Airport Hotels

Looking for good hotels near San Jose Airport? Here is a list of options at different price points.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel SJC

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel SJC

2 min taxi from the airport.
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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport

3 min taxi from the airport.
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Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport Hotel

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport Hotel

4 min taxi from the airport.
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Hyatt Place San Jose Airport Hotel

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport Hotel

4 min taxi from the airport.
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Residence Inn Mariott San Jose Airport

Residence Inn San Jose Airport

4 min taxi from the airport.
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Practical Information

Opening Hours

San Jose Airport: 05:00 to 23:00

Shops: Most shops are open from 05:00 to 21:00.

Food and Drink: Most coffee shops and restaurants are open from 05:00 to 00:00 or until the last departing flight.

Recommended Arrival Times

International Flights: 3 hours 

Domestic Flights: 2 hours

Airport Codes

San Jose Airport code: MCO

IACO code: KMCO

Contact Information

General information: +1 (408) 392 3600

Airport email: [email protected] 

Lost property: San Jose Airport Lost Property

San Jose Airport Map

Frequently Asked Questions

What does SJC Airport stand for?

SJC stands for San Jose, California. The full airport name is San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC).

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Olivia De Santos

Olivia De Santos is a seasoned travel writer and adventurer with bylines in Lonely Planet and A Way Abroad. With over ten years of professional writing experience and a degree in Linguistics, she blends cultural insight and personal storytelling to help travelers see the world in a new light.