San Jose International Airport (SJC) – San Jose, California, USA

Your comprehensive guide to San Jose International Airport (IATA: SJC, ICAO: KSJC), serving San Jose and the Silicon Valley region.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

SJC consists of one terminal divided into North and South Concourses, connected landside and airside. Amenities include:

Central Check-In & Lobby

• Check-In & Ticketing counters for all airlines on the ground level.
• Shared baggage claim area on the lower level.
• Information Desk and Lost & Found located just off the main arrivals lobby.
• Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms adjacent to the lobby.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and seating throughout common areas.
• Coffee stands and vending machines available landside.

North Concourse (Gates 1–11)

• Gates 1–6: Served by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, and other domestic carriers.
• Gates 7–11: Served by Delta, United, and Southwest Airlines.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Oren’s Hummus – Mediterranean fare near Gate 3.
  • Peet’s Coffee – Coffee near Gate 5.
  • Local Color – California snacks near Gate 8.
  • Hudson News – Magazines, snacks near Gate 2.
• Lounges:
  • Alaska Lounge near Gate 5.
  • Delta Sky Club near Gate 9.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate 2 and outdoor adjacent to North Concourse entrance.

South Concourse (Gates 12–22)

• Gates 12–16: Served by American Airlines and American Eagle.
• Gates 17–22: Served by United Express, Southwest, and seasonal international charters.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Mi Pc – Mexican bowls near Gate 14.
  • Starbucks – Coffee near Gate 17.
  • Live Culture – Local wine and cheese near Gate 19.
  • Hudson News – Travel essentials near Gate 16.
• Lounges:
  • United Club near Gate 19.
  • American Airlines Admirals Club near Gate 15.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate 12 and outdoor adjacent to South Concourse entrance.

Airside Shuttle

An airside shuttle operates between North and South Concourses every 5–10 minutes for connections.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Services

• Runway 12L/30R: 11,000 ft × 150 ft, asphalt/concrete – primary runway for commercial jets.
• Runway 12R/30L: 5,000 ft × 100 ft, asphalt – used for general aviation and smaller regional flights.
• General Aviation FBOs:
  • Atlantic Aviation – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounges.
  • Signature Flight Support – Executive terminal services, fueling, hangar rentals, and concierge.
• Cargo Facilities: Dedicated ramp for FedEx Express, UPS, and Amazon Air operations.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO services offering line maintenance, avionics, and conforming inspections.
• Noise Abatement: Noise abatement procedures include preferential runway use and reduced thrust takeoffs to minimize community impact.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• Caltrain: Diridon Station is a short shuttle ride away—free VTA buses connect to the terminal. Check schedules at caltrain.com.
• VTA Light Rail & Bus: VTA Bus Route 10 and 60 serve the airport—check schedules at vta.org.
• Shuttle Services:
  • SuperShuttle and Prime Time Shuttle offer shared-ride service to local hotels and cities.
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles available at designated curbside loops—arrange with your hotel.
• Rental Cars: Rental Car Center adjacent to the terminal; accessible via ground-level walkway. Major agencies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Alamo.
• Taxis & Rideshare: Taxi stand and rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup zones on the departures curb outside the main terminal—follow signage.
• Parking:
  • Garage 1 & Garage 2: Covered parking adjacent to the terminal with direct walkway access.
  • Surface Lot C: Short-term parking next to Garage 1 for quick drop-off/pick-up.
  • Economy Lot E: Long-term parking with shuttle service to the terminal every 10 minutes.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off Airport Blvd—monitor flight status and pick up passengers at the terminal curb when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups on the departures curb outside the terminal—designated limo zones are marked by signage.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks and lockers available near the terminal entrance; sidewalks connect to nearby neighborhoods and transit stops.

📞 Contact & Official Information

San Jose International Airport is owned and operated by the City of San José Department of Aviation.

• Official Site: flysanjose.com
• Phone (General Information): +1 408-392-3600
• Airport Administration: +1 408-441-5155
• FBO – Atlantic Aviation: +1 408-441-5156
• FBO – Signature Flight Support: +1 408-441-5818
• Lost & Found: +1 408-392-3600 (Ext. 1)
• Address: 1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110, USA