$214 Cheap flight deals from Silicon Valley (SJC) to Grand Cayman (GCM)

San Jose, CA, Airport Information

San Jose, CA, is home to nearly one million people, a large city population that's serviced by its own international airport, providing regular flights from San Jose to international and domestic destinations. The Norman Y. Mineta Memorial San Jose International Airport is only two miles from the downtown area at the intersections of U.S. Route 101, Interstate 880 and State Route 87. The primary airlines operating from the airport are Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Reservations for you airline ticket on these or other airlines serving the airport can be made through Orbitz.com.

Parking at the Airport

Parking at Mineta San Jose International Airport is available at three hourly and three daily lots, one of which offers economy service. The hourly lots are interspersed around the terminal area for easy access, costing $2 for 30 minutes and $30 per day flat rates. The daily lots offer parking deals with discounted parking fees of $22 a day for the regular daily lots and $15 for the economy lot, which is further away from the terminals. Disabled parking is available in front of both terminals for a $2 rate for 30 minutes and $15 for a daily charge.

Transportation From the Airport

Several methods of travel are available for passengers to make their way from anywhere in the city to the airport. Several hotels in the area offer courtesy shuttle transportation for patrons. Public bus transportation is available from the Valley Transportation Authority, and metered taxi service is also available from anywhere in the area, with the downtown-to-airport fare costing approximately $15 to $18.

Breakfast Before Departing

A quick meal can be eaten at the airport before departure in one of the many restaurants available in the concourse. Only ticketed passengers are allowed in the area containing the restaurants. Coffee and pastries are served at the Euro Café near the baggage claim area, while Starbucks can provide sandwiches as well, to get you quickly to the available flights from San Jose. If you have a bit more time to stop off on the way to the airport, try a sit-down breakfast at Café San Jose on Meridian Ave. or at Bill's Cafe on Willow St.

Owen Roberts International Airport

If you're looking for a bargain on flights to Grand Cayman Island, Orbitz.com can help you. The website searches flights from numerous airlines so that you can choose tickets that fit your budget. The Owen Roberts International Airport is the main international airport for the Cayman Islands. It's located on Grand Cayman Island-the largest of the three islands-on Roberts Drive, approximately one mile from the center of George Town. Eleven airlines service the airport, including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Cayman Airways and American Airlines.

Transportation From the Airport

Taxicabs are available at the airport on a first-come, first-served basis. Cab fare ranges from $12 to $70, depending on what part of Grand Cayman Island you're visiting. Cab fare into George Town averages between $15 and $18. Limousines and buses also transport passengers from the airport, but they require reservations. If you want access to your own vehicle, you can purchase a vacation package that includes car rental and flight from Orbtiz.com.

Grand Cayman Island Climate

Even though the temperatures in the Grand Cayman Islands range from the low 70s to the low 90s all year long, the weather determines the peak travel season. The off-peak travel season runs from May to November, because the islands have more rainfall during this time. If you use Orbitz.com to book your trip during the off-peak season, you'll save money on your travel expenses.

Highlights and Attractions

The Cayman Motor Museum, Dolphin Cove, Kittiwake Shipwreck & Artificial Reef and Seven Mile Beach are some of the top tourist attractions on Grand Cayman Island. In addition to finding flights to Grand Cayman Island, Orbitz.com can help you purchase tickets to local attractions and arrange guided tours.