Travelling from Osaka to San Jose: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Osaka to San Jose. Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are Osaka's main airports.
Come in for landing at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), the major arrival point in San Jose.
San Jose's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Jose 16 hours behind Osaka.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Osaka to San Jose flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to San Jose
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Whether you're eager to discover a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Kansai International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a stop you can make on your Osaka to San Jose flight.
Central Osaka to KIX is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Osaka to San Jose? Stay at a hotel near Kansai International Airport, such as First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will also have you moments from the departure gate.
67.95% of flights departing from Kansai International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
The drive from central Osaka to UKB usually takes 45 minutes, depending on traffic. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Osaka to San Jose, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Kobe Airport:
Kobe Airport has a track record for punctuality. 85% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
You'll find UKB at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near SJC if you have a late flight from Osaka to San Jose. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week in advance of your Osaka to San Jose flight.
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Osaka to San Jose. August is the busiest month to travel to San Jose. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Osaka to San Jose ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Osaka to San Jose in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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. Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to San Jose, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are leading attractions which should be on every San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 499 kilometres south-east to Los Angeles to tick off its top sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 64 kilometres north-west of San Jose. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key highlights.