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San Jose Airport guide
San José Mineta International Airport has Terminals A and B. Most travelers get from SJC to downtown San Jose by taxi or rideshare (10–15 min, about $15–$25); the VTA Airport Flyer (Route 60) bus links the airport with Santa Clara Transit Center (Caltrain) or Milpitas (BART) in about 15 minutes (free).
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
No fast public transit link
about $15–$25
American, Delta and United
The Club SJC, two lounges in Terminal A (Priority Pass)
Quick answer
Most travelers get from SJC to downtown San Jose by taxi or rideshare (10–15 min, about $15–$25); the VTA Airport Flyer (Route 60) bus links the airport with Santa Clara Transit Center (Caltrain) or Milpitas (BART) in about 15 minutes (free). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.
- Terminals
- Terminals A and B
- Taxi
- 10–15 min, about $15–$25
- Distance
- About 3 miles to downtown San Jose
- Lounges
- The Club SJC, two lounges in Terminal A (Priority Pass)
Getting from SJC to downtown San Jose
Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.
- VTA Airport Flyer (Route 60) busto Santa Clara Transit Center (Caltrain) or Milpitas (BART)about 15 minfree
- Taxi or rideshare10–15 minabout $15–$25
Inside SJC
Terminals and connections
Terminals A and B are connected inside security.
Lounges
- •The Club SJC, two lounges in Terminal A (Priority Pass)
Parking at SJC
- •Economy Lot 1 with shuttles, the cheapest
- •Daily Lot 4 and hourly lots next to the terminals
Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check SJC's official site.
Airlines at SJC
Major airlines that fly from SJC (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.
- American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Hawaiian Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Volaris Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
SJC airport FAQ
By taxi or rideshare: 10–15 min (about $15–$25). The VTA Airport Flyer (Route 60) bus links the airport with Santa Clara Transit Center (Caltrain) or Milpitas (BART) in about 15 minutes (free).
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.
- San José Mineta International Airport official website
- Wikipedia: San José Mineta International Airport (airlines, terminals and ground transportation)
- VTA Airport Flyer (Route 60) bus: official site
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