{"response": {"Key": "US-SJC", "orig": {"code": "US", "type": "country", "country": "United States"}, "dest": {"code": "SJC", "type": "airport", "city": "San Jose", "fullCity": "San Jose, California", "airport": "Mineta Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to San Jose?", "answer": "You can fly nonstop to San Jose from 33 US cities, with the most frequent departures from San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Seattle, and Phoenix. Southwest is the dominant carrier, though Alaska, Delta, American, United, and Frontier also operate nonstops from various hubs. For travelers not near a nonstop gateway, one-stop connections via major hubs like Denver, Dallas, or Chicago are common. Choosing a departure city usually comes down to proximity and flight frequency—coastal cities tend to have the most options, while interior hubs offer fewer but still convenient nonstop flights.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "There are non-stop flights to San Jose (SJC) from 33 airports across the United States, with the most frequent service from San Diego, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Major airlines on these routes include Southwest, Delta, American, Alaska, United, Frontier, and Hawaiian. The top non-stop city pairs include San Diego–San Jose (313 weekly flights, about 90 minutes), Los Angeles–San Jose (299 weekly flights, about 75 minutes), and Las Vegas–San Jose (286 weekly flights, about 90 minutes). Other notable non-stop routes include Seattle, Phoenix, Denver, and Dallas, with longer flights from Honolulu (about 5.25 hours) and Atlanta (about 5 hours).", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q3": {"question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to San Jose?", "answer": "San Jose is a major city in California, so the cheapest and easiest flights are typically from other West Coast hubs like Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland. Southwest Airlines offers extensive service from many Western and Midwestern cities. East Coast departures are more expensive and require connections, often through Denver, Phoenix, or Dallas."}, "q4": {"question": "Which airlines fly from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "Southwest, Alaska, Delta, United, American, and Frontier offer nonstop flights to San Jose from multiple US cities. Southwest is the most prevalent, while Alaska and Delta are SkyTeam members, United is Star Alliance, and American is oneworld.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q5": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from the United States to San Jose are typically January and February, with midweek flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays offering lower fares. Early morning and late evening departures are often less expensive, and booking 1 to 3 months in advance can help secure better prices."}, "q6": {"question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "For flights from the United States to San Jose, California, book 3 to 6 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, but book 8 to 12 weeks in advance if traveling during major U.S. holidays, school breaks, or San Jose events like the Jazz Festival."}, "q8": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "Since this is a domestic US flight, baggage policies vary by airline. Basic economy often charges for checked bags, while standard economy may include one. Premium cabins allow more. Check your airline and fare type for exact rules."}, "q9": {"question": "Are overnight or red eye flights available from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "Yes, overnight or red-eye flights to San Jose are available from several US cities, including San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver, Salt Lake City, and Austin. These flights typically depart in the late evening and arrive late the same night or very early the following morning, with flight times ranging from about 75 minutes from Southern California to over three and a half hours from Austin. Travelers often prefer red-eyes to maximize their day at the origin, avoid daytime travel fatigue, and sometimes secure lower fares. However, not all gateways offer red-eye options—cities like Seattle, Santa Ana, Burbank, Portland, Ontario, Long Beach, Dallas, and Chicago only have daytime nonstop service to SJC.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q10": {"question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "From the United States to San Jose, California, afternoon departures often offer lower fares, though this can vary by day of week and season. Midweek flights, particularly Tuesdays and Wednesdays, tend to be cheaper overall. Morning and evening flights may be pricier due to business travel demand, but checking flexible dates is the best way to find savings."}, "q11": {"question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Mineta Intl Airport to downtown San Jose?", "answer": "You'll arrive at San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC), located just 3 miles northwest of downtown San Jose. From the terminal, you can take the VTA Route 60 bus which provides direct service to downtown in about 20–30 minutes, or use a taxi or ride-share for a quick 10–15 minute trip. There is no dedicated airport train or metro link at SJC, but the bus is a convenient and low-cost option.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_Y._Mineta_San_Jos%C3%A9_International_Airport", "title": "San Jose International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-15T19:59:16Z"}, {"url": "https://www.faa.gov/sjc", "title": "Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) | Federal Aviation Administration", "favicon": "https://www.faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png", "time_published": "2026-05-22T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Jose_International_Airport", "title": "San Jose International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T10:50:58Z"}, {"url": "https://www.faa.gov/AIR_TRAFFIC/FLIGHT_INFO/AERONAV/PROCEDURES/application/index.cfm?event=directory&directory=962EF5EBE5A544179EC0CED2D8D5ACE0-SJC-NDBR&type=ndbr&nasrId=SJC", "title": "USA Banner", "time_published": "2024-09-12T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AirTrain%20%28San%20Francisco%20International%20Airport%29", "title": "AirTrain (San Francisco International Airport)", "time_published": "2026-04-18T18:28:53Z"}]}, "q12": {"question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from United States to San Jose?", "answer": "Domestic flights to San Jose typically offer economy and a domestic first class recliner product, with some mainline jets also featuring extra-legroom economy. Lie-flat business or international premium economy cabins are not standard on these routes."}, "q13": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San Jose airport?", "answer": "San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. However, there are nearby hotels within a quick shuttle ride, such as the Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport, which is only five minutes from the airport. The airport is open 24 hours, and ticketed passengers with a boarding pass for a connecting flight may remain in the terminals overnight, though seating is limited.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-jose-airport-guide-us.htm", "title": "San Jose Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-06-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_Y._Mineta_San_Jos%C3%A9_International_Airport", "title": "San Jose International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-15T19:59:16Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Jose_International_Airport", "title": "San Jose International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T10:50:58Z"}, {"url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-gb/hotels/sjcya-courtyard-san-jose-airport/experiences/", "title": "Experiences Near Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport | Marriott Bonvoy", "time_published": "2025-09-13T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/costa-rica/san-jose/activities/departure_by_minivan_from_san_jose_city_to_san_jose_airport_sjo-X6ALJP", "title": "Departure by Minivan from San Jose City to San Jose Airport SJO", "time_published": "2026-02-12T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.faa.gov/sjc", "title": "Norman Y. 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Delta also operates a Sky Club in Terminal A for eligible passengers, and American Express Platinum cardholders can access The Club SJC through the Global Lounge Collection.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/usa/san-jose-ca-mineta-intl", "title": "San José Mineta International Airport SJC Lounges - SJC Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/san-jose-international", "title": "San José Mineta International Airport SJC Lounges - SJC Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/SJC", "title": "American Express Lounges at Mineta San Jose International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/SJC/the-club-sjc-gate-a8-terminal-a-aMBBT70trF", "title": "The Club SJC (Gate A8) at Mineta San Jose International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.delta.com/lac/en/airports/united-states/san-jose-sky-club-airport-map", "title": "San Jose Mineta (SJC) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z"}]}}}}