Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Jose: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to San Jose and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 55 minutes.
Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Jose is 16 hours behind Tokyo.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, Narita International Airport (NRT) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most popular route. ZIPAIR Tokyo operates the earliest flight at 15:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from NRT to SJC is with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 19:00.
Leave enough time to get on your NRT to San Jose flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Start your journey at NRT and travel straight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). That will be your arrival point when searching for Narita International Airport to San Jose tickets.
Get on board with ZIPAIR Tokyo. This airline operates direct flights from Narita International Airport to San Jose.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from NRT to San Jose, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
NRT is about 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near NRT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Narita International Airport to San Jose or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the flights that depart from Narita International Airport, 70.53% arrive on time at their destination.
NRT's address is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Jose
₹ 22,428 is currently the best price for a one-way Narita International Airport to San Jose flight. Return flight tickets start from ₹ 45,013. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from NRT to San Jose.
The best month for scoring cheap Narita International Airport to San Jose tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is around 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Narita International Airport to San Jose, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SJC:
Pick up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from NRT to San Jose.
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Narita International Airport to San Jose. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to San Jose in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Narita International Airport to San Jose flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from NRT to San Jose in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about San Jose
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Jose right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Narita International Airport to San Jose:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Winchester Mystery House and San Jose Museum of Art are essential stops on your San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Jose has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres south-east of San Jose, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 193 kilometres east of San Jose, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.