Flying from San Jose to Toronto: what you need to know
San Jose's main base, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from San Jose to Toronto.
Toronto has a variety of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Toronto is three hours ahead of San Jose and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your San Jose to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Toronto
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap San Jose to Toronto flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing San Jose to Toronto flights leaving from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
SJC is around 5 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Jose to Toronto, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SJC.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Jose to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Pick up a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from San Jose to Toronto has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from San Jose to Toronto, rest your head at a hotel near YTZ. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from San Jose to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is about 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YKF and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late San Jose to Toronto flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Whether you want an economy for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for you. Browse wheels available from providers such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from San Jose to Toronto is always smart. Along with better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from San Jose to Toronto. To escape the crowds, go to Toronto in February.
Book a San Jose to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Jose to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Jose to Toronto:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you want to check out another corner of Canada, head for Ottawa, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among the biggest draws.
