San Jose airport (SJC)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC), known as the “Silicon Valley Airport,” is the primary gateway to the world’s leading tech hub. It operates a robust network of domestic flights—including Hawaii—and international routes to Mexico.
Official Website: flysanjose.com
Information Phone: +1 408 392 3600.
Terminals
The airport has two terminals: Terminal A and Terminal B. Both operate 24 hours.
Inter-Terminal Shuttle: A free shuttle connects both terminals. It runs 24/7 with frequencies of 7 to 15 minutes.
Annual Passenger Traffic: 12.5 million passengers in 2024.
Information Points
Information desks are located on the arrivals (baggage claim) level of both terminals. In addition, the airport has a team of Volunteer Ambassadors who assist throughout the facility.
Location
The airport is located 4 km (2.5 miles) to the northwest of downtown San Jose.
See MapCar rental agencies
Offices are located in the Car Rental Center, situated across from Terminal B and linked to Terminal A through courtesy shuttles.
Alamo (Tel +1 800 327 9633 - 5:30 am to 0:30 am)
Avis (Tel +1 800 831 2847 - 5:00 am to 2:00 am)
Budget (Tel +1 800 527 0700 - 5:00 am to 0:00 am)
Dollar (Tel +1 800 800 4000 - 5:30 am to 0:00 am)
Enterprise (Tel +1 800 736 8222 - Sunday to Friday from 7:00 am to 11:30 pm, Saturdays from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Fox (Tel +1 800 225 4369 - 5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Hertz (Tel +1 800 654 3131 - 5:00 am to 11:00 pm)
National (Tel +1 800 227 7368 - 5:30 am to 0:30 am)
Payless (Tel +1 800 729 5377 - 6:00 am to 0:00 am)
Sixt (Tel +1 888 749 8227 - 6:00 am to 1:00 am)
Thrifty (Tel +1 800 367 2277 - 5:30 am to 0:00 am)
Parking services at San Jose airport (SJC)
There are several car parks for short and long stays, in addition to spaces for motorcycles and bicycles and charging stations for electric vehicles. Over the access roadway, there are two free passenger pick-up zones (Cell Phone Waiting Area 1 & 2). More information: Tel +1 408 441 5570. Rates
Economy Lot 1 - For long stays, with complimentary shuttle service every 7-10 minutes.
Hourly Lot 2 & 3 - Covered parking for short stays across from terminals A and B, respectively. Inter-terminal shuttles every 10 min.
Hourly Lot 5 - Short-term area next to Terminal B.
Daily Lot 4 - For long stays. Shuttles to the terminals every 10 min. Located to the south of the car rental centre.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Accessible taxis and shuttles for passengers with reduced mobility are available. Contact your airline in advance to request special assistance or wheelchairs. Facilities include reserved parking spaces, relief areas for service animals, adapted telephones and restrooms.
Latest updates: November 13, 2025
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