Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney 18 hours ahead of San Jose.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SJC to SYD flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SJC and SYD:
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is Rs131,688. A return ticket right now is Rs275,530. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SJC to SYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SJC.
To reach Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport from central San Jose, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SJC? If you're boarding an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel near SYD if you're catching a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and see more of Sydney and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJC to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without experiencing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
