Named after the local politician, Norman Y. Mineta, Mineta San Jose International Airport serves as the main international and domestic gateway to San Jose City in California. It is serviced by a long list of major airlines, most dominant of which is South West Airlines. Alaska Airlines also operates in and out of the airport, mostly catering to destinations around the Bay Area. The airport les 2 miles from the city’s downtown, and efficient transport options like car rental in San Jose Airport can be arranged on site.
Routes are busiest to cities like Los Angeles, San Diego, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Seattle, Denver, Orange County and Dallas, mostly offered by Southwest, Alaska and Horizon Airlines. Seasonal flights to Mammoth Lakes are also offered by Horizon Air.
The airport has 2 terminals serviced by a free shuttle, which also connects to the nearby car parks. Both terminals have numerous cafés, bars, snack joints, and restaurants, while last minute shopping is also possible with the duty free stores, gift shops and newsagents on site.
Cash points, including ATMs and currency exchange kiosks are also at hand, while free WiFi is also available throughout the buildings. Additional facilities include baby change facilities, as well as an entertainment area for children.
Parking and transfer options are abundant, and rental cars many be arranged at the hire car centre located opposite Terminal B. Besides car rental in San Jose Airport, passengers also have public transport options, like scheduled buses, the rail (accessible through shuttles) and taxis.