Flying from San Jose to London: what you need to know
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is San Jose's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from San Jose to London jetting off from here.
Jet into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also touch down in London at Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
London is seven hours ahead of San Jose and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your San Jose to London flight.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like August? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to London
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap San Jose to London flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from San Jose to London across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for San Jose to London flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SJC is about 5 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Jose to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that take off from SJC reach their destination without delay.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Jose to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of London. Following your flight from San Jose to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from San Jose to London, rest your head at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can get you a lower rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 48 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from San Jose to London.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your San Jose to London flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact just for you or a roomy SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the right Stansted Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks before your flight from San Jose to London is a good time to book your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from San Jose to London. To escape the crowds, go to London in February.
Before locking in your San Jose to London tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from San Jose to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Jose to London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.