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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.

Rochester Airport Information

The Greater Rochester International Airport serves the city of Rochester, New York. It sits roughly five miles from the heart of downtown, at 1200 Brooks Avenue. The airport sees more than 2.5 million passengers, and Orbitz.com makes it easy to book your flights to Rochester. Seven major airlines fly in and out of Rochester, including Air Canada, AirTran, American, Delta, United and US Airways. The powerful Orbitz.com search engine scans flight information for multiple airlines at one time, and Orbitz.com can find flight arrangements to fit the budget of any travel planner.

Transportation in Rochester

Most visitors to Rochester get a ride from the airport or rent a car. When you research your flights to Rochester, Orbitz.com can also provide information about renting a car. Multiple car rental companies, including Avid, Budget and Enterprise, have rental desks at the Greater Rochester International Airport. Taxi and limousine services can be arranged in Rochester if you choose not to rent a car, and many area hotels provide a shuttle for rides to and from the airport.

Weather in Rochester

Its location in northwestern New York makes Rochester a prime target for major winter blizzards. Annual snowfall can reach as high 100 inches, so be prepared for snow and cold when you schedule flights to Rochester during the winter. Rochester summers are relatively mild, with highs around 80° F and lows in the 60s.

Rochester Attractions and Sights

Although it's not a tourist haven, Rochester features some interesting attractions for visitors. Lake Ontario offers a relaxing beachfront, and the George Eastman House gives you a glimpse of the city's historic place in the world of cameras and photography. A visit to Highland Park to see the infamous lilacs is an absolute must if you visit in the spring, and few things offer a better taste of local culture than going to Nick Tahou's for a legendary garbage plate. No doubt you will enjoy all Rochester has to offer, and remember to book your flights to Rochester with Orbitz.com.