Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

Security averages 10-20 min overall (5-10 PreCheck/CLEAR); peaks hit 25-40 min mid-morning.

Checkpoints open ~4-4:15 a.m.; use MyTSA app and avoid 6-9 a.m. rushes if possible.

Boarding pass works either checkpoint; linear layout means 5-15 min walk between far gates.

No people-mover; landside use free shuttle if bags or mobility issues—never exit security unnecessarily.

Trader Vic’s, Chick-fil-A, Asian Box, Mac + Cheese Kitchen and local spots beat A’s more basic options.

Gordon Biersch and Mi Casa in A work in a pinch; lounges offer free snacks/drinks if you have access.

Cirium ranks it top in California for medium airports; expect ~15-25% delayed flights typically.

Strong performance holds outside major weather or ATC events; check flight status on flysanjose.com.