What is the cheapest way to get from Fairbanks to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Fairbanks to San Jose is to fly and shuttle and BART which costs $130 - $480 and takes 13h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairbanks to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Fairbanks to San Jose is to fly which takes 9h 38m and costs $170 - $750.

How far is it from Fairbanks to San Jose?

The distance between Fairbanks and San Jose is 2195 miles. The road distance is 2997.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Fairbanks to San Jose?

It takes approximately 9h 38m to get from Fairbanks to San Jose, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Fairbanks and San Jose?

San Jose is 1h ahead of Fairbanks. It is currently 1:59 AM in Fairbanks and 2:59 AM in San Jose.

Can I drive from Fairbanks to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairbanks to San Jose is 2997 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 8h to drive from Fairbanks to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 442+ hotels available in San Jose.

Fairbanks to San Jose - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and BART

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There are 7 ways to get from Fairbanks to San Jose by plane, car, subway, train, or shuttle

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Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
best
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane FAI - SJC
9h 38m
$176–707
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, Caltrain
cheapest
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane FAI - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
10h 43m
$138–495
Drive 2,979.8 mi
1. Drive from Fairbanks to San Josecar 2,979.8 mi
2d 8h
$544–786
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane FAI - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
10h 16m
$261–1,016
Fly to Sonoma County Airport, shuttle, BART
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Sonoma County Airport (STS)plane FAI - STS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Rosa Airport to San Francisco Pier 27shuttle
3. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
13h 39m
$138–478
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane FAI - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to San Josetrain
14h 8m
$225–848
Fly to Monterey Regional Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)plane FAI - MRY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle
15h
$241–867

Fairbanks (FAI) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) flights

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Distance: 2,181.9 mi
Duration: 9h 38m

What companies run services between Fairbanks, AK, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Delta, and United Airlines fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) every 3 hours.

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