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Airport

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is a convenient gateway to downtown San Jose and the Silicon Valley region of California. Compare transfer options to San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Santa Cruz, and nearby Bay Area destinations to plan your journey.

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About Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is the main airport serving San Jose and the Silicon Valley region of California. Renamed in 2001 in honor of former mayor, congressman, and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Norman Y. Mineta, the airport is an important gateway for technology, business, and leisure travelers.

Located about 5 km (3 miles) northwest of downtown San Jose, the airport operates through two passenger terminals. Terminal A handles several major domestic and international carriers and includes the international arrivals facility, while Terminal B provides additional gates and airline services.

The airport is connected to the city and wider Bay Area by taxis, ride-hailing services, rental cars, VTA buses, and light rail and Caltrain connections via the Airport Flyer shuttle. Road access is available from major routes including US-101, I-880, and SR-87.

With restaurants, shops, passenger lounges, public art, Wi-Fi, and charging points, the airport offers practical facilities for travelers arriving in or departing from Silicon Valley.

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Terminal Overview

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Terminals

San Jose International Airport operates passenger services through two terminals, Terminal A and Terminal B. Terminal A handles American, Delta, Frontier, United, and Volaris and includes the international arrivals facility, while Terminal B primarily serves Alaska, Hawaiian, Southwest, and ZIPAIR.

Ground Transportation Services to and from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

Transfers

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Hourly Chauffeur

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Car Rental

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Bus & Group Transfers

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