News Releases

SJC has been named the most efficient airport in the 5-15 million passengers category in North America

San José, Calif. – Air Transport Research Society (ATRS), one of the most reputable aviation research societies, has awarded Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) the 2022 Airport Efficiency Excellence Award, for being the most efficient airport in the 5-15 million passengers category in North America, based...

Passengers invited to participate for a chance to win a $500 grand prize Aug. 19-25

San José, Calif. – Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) announced plans to celebrate National Aviation Week by hosting its first-ever QR Code Scavenger Hunt. Starting Friday, Aug. 19, SJC passengers will have the opportunity to search for clues throughout the terminals for a chance to win one of three prizes: a grand prize...

Engineering News-Record California recognizes the team effort led by Overaa Construction for delivering a groundbreaking fire station at SJC

San José, Calif. – ENR California, one of the construction industry's most authoritative publications, has awarded Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility (ARFF) Fire Station 20 its Award of Merit in the Airport/Transit category...

Leading rating agency released a report raising its long-term rating to 'A' from 'A-' on outstanding San José Airport Revenue Bonds

San José, Calif. – On June 23, 2022, S&P released a report raising its long-term rating to 'A' from 'A-' on outstanding Airport Revenue Bonds for Mineta San José International Airport (SJC). The outlook remains stable.

SJC Airport Director John Aitken said, “This news is...

San José, Calif. – American Airlines has announced plans to resume daily, nonstop flights between Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and its hub at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) starting Oct. 6, 2022.

“Thanks to our partners at American, we’re pleased to add Charlotte back to our nonstop route map,” said John Aitken, SJC Director of Aviation. “At a time when operational challenges...

More than 1M passengers flew through Silicon Valley’s Airport in May 2022

San José, Calif. – A total of 1,009,203 passengers flew to, from or through Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) in May, representing the first month passenger traffic surpassed the one million mark since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The total passenger activity at SJC in May was nearly double the 589,554 passengers...

San José, Calif. – Starting Nov. 6, Southwest Airlines® will introduce new, nonstop flights connecting Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and Palm Spring International Airport (PSP).

“Greater Palm Springs has long been a popular spot for Silicon Valley travelers, and Southwest’s new flights will make getting there this winter easier than ever,” said John Aitken, SJC Director of Aviation. “We’re...

SJC will become innovative airline's gateway to Northern California in December

San José, Calif. – In a press conference held earlier today in Tokyo, Japanese low-cost carrier ZIPAIR announced plans to inaugurate new, nonstop service between Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) in December 2022. When the new flights begin, SJC will become ZIPAIR’s third U.S....

Nonstop flights connecting Silicon Valley and London resumed June 13

San José, Calif. – A familiar tail returned to the flight line at Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) last night with the resumption of British Airways’ daily, nonstop service connecting Silicon Valley and London following a two-year suspension due to COVID-19.

“As the world continues to open up again, we are excited to...

Leading international restaurant company celebrates continued success of first in-terminal restaurant and grab-n-go outpost

San José, Calif. – Trader Vic’s announces the 1st year anniversary celebration of its two restaurant offerings at Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) – the Outpost Grab ‘N Go and full-service restaurant. The San José Airport locations serve as an extension of the legendary Trader...

Focus remains on health and safety as passenger traffic increases

SAN JOSE, CA – Passenger traffic at Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) is climbing toward Memorial Day weekend, and the Airport welcomes passengers back with health and safety measures deployed throughout its terminals. During this Memorial Day holiday weekend, which extends from Thursday, May 26, through Monday, May 30, SJC expects to see...

Connection between Mineta San José International Airport and Diridon Station would seamlessly join the city’s main transportation hubs

SAN JOSE, CA – The City of San José Department of Transportation has released a request for proposals (RFP) to develop a grade-separated transit solution to connect Mineta San José International Airport with Diridon Station near the city’s downtown. The City will select up to two...

Mayor, City leaders, FAA representatives cut ribbon at relocated airport fire station

SAN JOSE, CA – Today, Mayor Sam Liccardo, the FAA’s Western-Pacific Region Director Mark McClardy, and leadership from the City of San José gathered to cut the ribbon at Fire Station 20, located at Mineta San José International Airport (SJC). After serving the Airport for nearly 60 years, the newly relocated Station 20 is now housed...

New daily flights between Silicon Valley and “Tracktown, USA” starting this summer

SAN JOSE, CA – Starting June 5, Silicon Valley’s airport will offer new nonstop service to Tracktown, USA, when Southwest Airlines launches daily flights between Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Eugene Airport (EUG).

Eugene, home of the University of Oregon and seedbed for the creation of Nike, is renowned for its...

Airport Leans into Technology for Passengers Wanting Mobility Assistance

SAN JOSE, CA – This weekend, travelers at Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) can choose a new, tech-forward option for arriving at their boarding gates. Beginning Friday, March 11th, through the 14th, the Airport is testing the use of no-fee, walk-up, autonomous power chairs made by mobility device developer, WHILL, a Tokyo-based company...