Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to San Jose: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Denver International Airport to San Jose is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Denver International Airport is located in Denver. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Jose is one hour behind Denver.
With 45 flights a week between the two airports, Denver International Airport (DEN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from DEN to SJC is with Southwest Airlines at 21:25.
To avoid missing your DEN to San Jose flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at DEN and fly straight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Denver International Airport to San Jose tickets.
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Denver International Airport to San Jose. Book your seat with one of these:
DEN is about 31 kilometres from central Denver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to San Jose? Consider The Westin Denver International Airport. Get some shut-eye here before heading to DEN.
80.23% of flights leaving Denver International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DEN.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to San Jose
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to San Jose flight is 50 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 72 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from DEN to San Jose, book your trip four months ahead of your departure.
August is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Denver International Airport to San Jose tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is around 6 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Denver International Airport to San Jose. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:
Grab a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from DEN to San Jose can help you lock in the best possible rate.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Plan your trip to San Jose during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Denver International Airport to San Jose in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Denver International Airport to San Jose plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEN to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about San Jose
Once you've booked your flight from Denver International Airport to San Jose, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Winchester Mystery House and San Jose Museum of Art are highlights which should be on any good San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 499 kilometres south-east to Los Angeles to tick off its top sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 193 kilometres east of San Jose. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.