Airport Comparison
| SFO | SJC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | SJC |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | KSJC |
| City | San Francisco | San Jose |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 62 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 37.360000, -121.930000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 49 kilometers (31 miles / 27 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 23:29 in San Francisco, it's 23:29 in San Jose.
The return flight from San Jose (SJC) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.