Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Jose: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour.
San Jose and Reno (where Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from RNO to SJC is with Southwest Airlines at 19:20.
Leave enough time to get on your RNO to San Jose flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose ticket. Start your trip at RNO and land at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
Southwest Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose.
Travelling from central Reno to RNO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near RNO? If you're boarding an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
83.01% of flights departing from Reno/Tahoe International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from RNO.
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Jose
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose flight is Rs22,932. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs56,565. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RNO to San Jose.
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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 the centre of San Jose. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 10 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SJC:
Explore without limits with a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week before your flight from RNO to San Jose.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Travel to San Jose during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RNO to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.
More about San Jose
After booking your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Winchester Mystery House and San Jose Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring San Jose.
Explore more of United States
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 499 kilometres south-east of San Jose, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
