$274 Cheap flight deals from Silicon Valley (SJC) to Lansing (LAN)

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.

Flying Into Capital Region International Airport

Finding cheap flights to Lansing, Michigan, is easy when you use Orbitz.com, which provides prices for air tickets from several different carriers, allowing you to find the fares that work best with your budget. When you arrive in Lansing, you'll land at Capital Region International Airport, which is located three miles from downtown Lansing. The airport is serviced by several domestic carriers, including United Express, Sun Country Airlines and Delta Connection, which is operated by Pinnacle Air.

Transportation From the Airport

When you're ready to leave the airport, there are several ways to get into town. You can take the Capital Area Transportation Authority's Route 14 bus, which runs seven days a week. The adult fare is $1.25, and seniors and students pay 60 cents. If you book a rental car through Orbitz.com, you can pick it up at the airport. All car rental agencies are next to the airport terminal or within walking distance.

Weather in Lansing

Average summer temperatures in Lansing range between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter can get quite chilly, with temperatures frequently hovering in the mid-teens and lower. Lansing receives around 36 inches of snow in the winter, well above the U.S. average of 25 inches.

Things to Do in Lansing

If you're an animal lover, be sure to check out the Potter Park Zoo. Located about a mile from the city, this popular zoo is home to many endangered animals, including Siberian tigers and snow leopards. Check out Old Town and soak in the artsy, eclectic vibe of the restaurants and boutiques. Let Orbitz.com help you find cheap flights to Lansing so that you can focus on enjoying your visit.