Flying from Tokyo to San Jose: what you need to know
Begin planning your vacation by considering the departure point for your flight from Tokyo to San Jose. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's main airports.
Disembark at San Jose's chief entry point, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct Tokyo to San Jose flight.
San Jose is 16 hours behind Tokyo and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Tokyo to San Jose flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Jose
To pick up cheap Tokyo to San Jose flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Tokyo to San Jose across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Tokyo to San Jose flights leaving from Haneda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
To reach HND from central Tokyo, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 9 miles from the airport to the city center.
Have an early flight from Tokyo to San Jose? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Haneda Airport:
When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.52% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Consider booking your direct flight from Tokyo to San Jose departing Narita International Airport (NRT). Nonstop connections from NRT will take you to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
From NRT, you can lock in a direct Tokyo to San Jose plane ticket with ZIPAIR Tokyo.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Tokyo to San Jose flight, check out these options when taking off from Narita International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from the center of Tokyo in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 miles away.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to San Jose, stay in one of these hotels close to Narita International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose takes about 10 minutes by car. The center is roughly 3 miles away.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near SJC if you have a late flight from Tokyo to San Jose. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
August is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to San Jose. To escape the crowds, go to San Jose in May.
Book a Tokyo to San Jose ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 52ºF to 90ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 37ºF and 64ºF. Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to San Jose around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to San Jose, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in San Jose.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 310 miles south-east of San Jose, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 40 miles north-west of San Jose, San Francisco is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
