Travelling from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik seven hours ahead of San Jose.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SJC to KEF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SJC and KEF:
Portland International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Right now, 325 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 574 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SJC to KEF, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SJC.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SJC. Whether you have an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you're arriving on a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the busiest month for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Reykjavik in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SJC to KEF in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Journey around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its popular sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.