Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Jose: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose.
Portland (the location of Portland International Airport) and San Jose share the same timezone — UTC-7.
Portland International Airport (PDX) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most traveled route, with 45 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from PDX to SJC is with Alaska Airlines at 21:14. Go for the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:55 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your PDX to San Jose flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at PDX and fly nonstop to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Portland International Airport to San Jose tickets.
Look out for deals with Alaska Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Portland International Airport to San Jose.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Portland, PDX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to PDX:
Portland International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PDX arrive on schedule 83.65% of the time.
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Jose
Rs11,670 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to San Jose flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs24,748. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from PDX to San Jose, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
May is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Portland International Airport to San Jose tickets. If you'd like 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 San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The distance from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to SJC if you're coming in on a late flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and discover more of San Jose and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from PDX to San Jose.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to San Jose in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Book your Portland International Airport to San Jose flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PDX 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
Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Winchester Mystery House are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your San Jose must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out San Jose Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
San Jose has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 499 kilometres south-east of San Jose, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Check out popular 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
