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Silicon Valley's primary commercial gateway serving the Bay Area.
Opened
1945
Location
San Jose, United States
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the primary commercial airport serving San Jose, California, and the broader Silicon Valley region. Located approximately three miles northwest of downtown San Jose, it handles millions of passengers annually and serves as a convenient alternative to San Francisco International and Oakland International airports.
The airport is named after Norman Y. Mineta, a former San Jose mayor and U.S. Secretary of Transportation who also served as Secretary of Commerce. It operates two passenger terminals — Terminal A and Terminal B — connected by a central area and offering a range of domestic and select international routes.
SJC plays a significant role in supporting the tech-heavy economy of Silicon Valley, with strong demand from business travelers and corporate commuters. The airport has undergone various modernization efforts over the years to improve capacity and passenger experience.
Terminals
The airport operates two passenger terminals, Terminal A and Terminal B, with a combined set of gates serving domestic and limited international flights.
Getting to & from
The airport is served by the VTA Airport Flyer bus connecting to the Metro/Airport light rail station, providing access to the regional rail network and downtown San Jose.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating at SJC include Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines, among others.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Norman Y. Mineta, a former San Jose mayor and U.S. Secretary of Transportation.
- ›Located approximately three miles northwest of downtown San Jose.
- ›Serves as a major alternative airport to San Francisco International (SFO) for Silicon Valley travelers.
- ›The airport is owned and operated by the City of San Jose.
- ›SJC is one of the busiest airports in California by passenger volume.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
