Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to San Jose: what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-7. The city is three hours behind Jacksonville, where Jacksonville International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your JAX to San Jose flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville, JAX can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near JAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
80.42% of flights leaving Jacksonville International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of JAX.
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to San Jose
174 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 222 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from JAX to San Jose, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JAX to San Jose by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to the centre of San Jose takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from JAX 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
Travel to San Jose during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from JAX to San Jose around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Jose, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Winchester Mystery House are just two of the big attractions to put on your San Jose to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at San Jose Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Jose. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 193 kilometres east of San Jose, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
