Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Seattle: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 12 minutes.
Seattle and San Jose (where Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route, with 95 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SJC to SEA is with Alaska Airlines at 21:55. Go for the first departure operated by Delta at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from SJC to Seattle, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Getting away during a peak time like August? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can get a direct flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle. Begin your journey at SJC and end it at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle include:
When flying domestically within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle, make sure your ID is up to date.
SJC is about 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 12 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 44 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SJC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Seattle
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle is $74. The cheapest price for a return flight is $147. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from SJC to Seattle, book your journey 10 months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). As soon as your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 11 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 23 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from SJC to Seattle, settle in at a hotel near LKE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seattle. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from SJC to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are just two of the big attractions to add to your Seattle itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LMN Architects.
Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Seattle and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Seattle.