Skip the drive up the California coastline. Instead, enjoy the view from the skies when you fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Mineta San Jose International Airport with Southwest Airlines®. Book with confidence when you fly with Southwest®, no matter if you're traveling for business, fun, or family. Have flexible travel dates? Search for your San Jose, CA, flight with our Low Fare Calendar and discover our lowest available fares. Explore Southwest Vacations® to find package deals on flights, hotels, rental cars, and more.
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Los Angeles (LAX), CA to San Jose, CA
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Average flight time: 1 hour 16 minutes
Departing from: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Arriving at: Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
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Feel those NorCal vibes the moment you step off the plane in San Jose—where the entrepreneurial spirit of Silicon Valley meets the cultural and historical charm of California’s oldest city. Why spend time on your favorite social apps when you can go check out the company’s main campus? Go explore the headquarters of dot-com leaders and technological innovators. Getting around San Jose is a breeze; hop on the extensive light rail system—known as the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)—or take the Caltrain if you’re looking to connect to other Peninsula cities.
Experience the vibrancy of downtown San Jose, packed with local artisan shops and street performers. The SoFA Market is a must see, loaded with delicious eateries and crafty merchandise. Close by you’ll also find the Museum of Quilts and Textiles, which is the first of its kind in the U.S. Take a stroll down Santana Row and partake in the Mediterranean-style shopping and entertainment district, with over 150 shops and restaurants. Soak up the sun at one of the garden wine bars on the row, or if you’re a shopper spoil yourself with your favorite brands.
If you’re looking for more of a quiet getaway, explore the serenity of the 50-acre Lake Cunningham. Watch the sunrise from the lake or take advantage of various water sports such as boating and sailing. In the East Foothills of San Jose, walk through the unpaved trails of Montgomery Hill Park.
No matter what you’re looking to do on your next trip, San Jose has it all. Hop on the next Southwest flight and go explore!
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How long is the flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA?
The average flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA, is 1 hour 16 minutes.
How many Southwest flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA, occur daily?
There are 6 flights daily from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA, on Southwest Airlines.
Does Southwest fly nonstop from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA?
Southwest flies nonstop from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA, 2 times daily.
What day is it cheapest to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA?
To find the cheapest day and time to fly Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA, with Southwest, check out our Low Fare Calendar.
Can I rent a car at Mineta San Jose International Airport?
You can rent a car at Mineta San Jose International Airport—book yours with your flight.
Can I change my flight reservation for my flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA?
Yes! Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA—or from here or there to anywhere—can be changed with no change fees. Fare difference may apply.
Where can I find the status of my flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA?
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Where can I find answers to other questions about flying from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose, CA, with Southwest?
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