Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to San Jose: what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-7. The city is 18 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SYD to San Jose flight.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SYD to San Jose with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
SYD is around 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
Of the flights that depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to San Jose
ج.م. 30,754 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م. 52,229. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SYD to San Jose. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose ticket.
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Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The distance from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SJC if you're coming in on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and experience more of San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SYD to San Jose can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Visit San Jose during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Book your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to San Jose in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about San Jose
After booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to San Jose, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Winchester Mystery House are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your San Jose itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out San Jose Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 499 kilometres south-east to Los Angeles to check off its top sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 193 kilometres east of San Jose, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.