Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Jose: what you need to know
San Jose is three hours behind New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. San Jose observes the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your JFK to San Jose flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
JFK is about 19 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Jose? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near JFK:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Jose
The lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Jose flight is RM508. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,077. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from JFK to San Jose. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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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 around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from John F. Kennedy 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 set of wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week before your flight from JFK to San Jose.
The street address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Jose. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit San Jose in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Jose flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about San Jose
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Jose right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Jose:
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Winchester Mystery House are just the start of the top attractions to put on your San Jose itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at San Jose Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Jose. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, head for Fresno, roughly 193 kilometres east of San Jose. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key highlights.