Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to San Jose: what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-7. The city is three hours behind Toronto, where Pearson International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YYZ to San Jose flight.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near YYZ? If you've booked an early flight from Pearson International Airport to San Jose, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, data shows 63.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to San Jose
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Pearson International Airport to San Jose flight is $209. The cheapest price for a return flight is $491. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from YYZ to San Jose. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Pearson International Airport to San Jose is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YYZ to San Jose by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The distance from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose is roughly 6 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Pearson International Airport to San Jose, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SJC:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YYZ to San Jose.
The street address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Before booking your flights from Pearson International Airport to San Jose, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in San Jose offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Pearson International Airport to San Jose flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YYZ to San Jose in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about San Jose
After booking your flight from Pearson International Airport to San Jose, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:
Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Winchester Mystery House are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your San Jose itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out San Jose Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 193 kilometres east of San Jose. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key reasons to visit.