San Jose Airport (SJC) | Terminal B
Overview
This guide contains information about Terminal B at Mineta San Jose International Airport in the San Francisco Bay Area. The airport has two terminals. Terminal B serves both international and domestic outgoing flights, while international arrivals are sent through Terminal A.
Read on to learn more about dining, shopping, and relaxation options at San Jose Airport’s Terminal B.
Where Can I Eat and Drink at SJC Terminal B?
Passengers in San Jose Airport Terminal B have some of the best dining options anywhere. Get your tiki on at the legendary Trader Vic’s, inventor of the Mai Tai, which has a location near Gate 22. There’s a grab-and-go option next door. For a California roll in California, Sushi Boat can be found near Gate 23. Smashburger serves up cult favorites near Gate 22. For a dependable chicken sandwich any day but Sunday, visit Chick-fil-A between Gates 24 and 25. Tap and Pour has beers and snacks. In a hurry? Grab a bagel at Great American Bagel near Gate 28, or a shot of caffeine at Bay Area institution Peet’s Coffee & Tea near Gate 25. A Starbucks can be found near Gate 22.
| TRY THIS! You may go to Trader Vic’s for an umbrella drink, but you’ll stay for the cuisine. Don’t miss the tuna poke bowl, served with avocado, sushi rice, daikon radish, edamame, carrot, mango, soy egg, and sesame seeds. |
What Can I Buy at SJC Terminal B?
Shopping at San Jose International Airport’s Terminal B offers more than the usual options. You’ll find four newsstands and bookshops throughout the terminal, including Hudson Booksellers near Gate 23. Indulge your sweet tooth at See’s Candies near Gate 24. Visit Chaleux near Gate 23 and Supia Jewelry near Gate 24 for baubles and gemstones. For California surf and skate apparel, check out Rip Curl near Gate 21. If your tastes lean more toward an Italian leather laptop bag, Tumi between Gates 18 and 19 is a must-visit. And if you broke your phone getting through security, never fear. SJC Express Repair is to the rescue near Gate 26. Finally, load up on souvenirs at San Jose Marketplace near baggage claim.
Where Can I Relax at SJC Terminal B?
While there are no lounges in San Jose Airport Terminal B, the Club SJC has two locations in Terminal A near Gate 8 and Gate 15. An airside passenger walkway connects between Gate 17 in Terminal B and Gate 16 in Terminal A. The lounge is $45 per person, or $40 for AAA members. Enjoy included food, snacks, and drinks, along with work and lounge areas as well as showers.
What Else Can I Do at SJC Terminal B?
If you have a flight from San Jose International Airport Terminal B, you’ll find plenty of ways to occupy yourself while you wait. The terminal is filled with both a revolving art exhibition as well as permanent public art displays. Want to know more about the works on view in a museum-like experience? Visit the airport website or look for QR codes near each piece to download an audio tour featuring interviews with the works’ artists, which you can listen to as you view them.
There’s a public piano near Terminal B’s baggage claim area. If you can play, entertain your fellow passengers; otherwise, enjoy their performances. Business travelers and gamers will appreciate the free Power Rooms near Gates 18 and 28, where everything they need to connect is set up. And for up to four free ebooks, visit the Gate 24 area to download them courtesy of the San Jose Public Library.
Departing from SJC Terminal B
San Jose International Airport Terminal B holds Gates 17 through 35. Ticket counters are on the first floor, while the security checkpoint and boarding areas are upstairs near Gates 25 and 26. The gates are all in the North Concourse. Gates 17 to 25 are on the right, with Gate 17 at the far end near Terminal A. Gates 26 to 35 are on the left of the checkpoint, with Gate 35 at the far end.
If you have a domestic flight out of San Jose International Airport Terminal B, arrive two hours in advance. For international flights, try to arrive three hours before the departure time.
Arriving at SJC Terminal B
San Jose Airport Terminal B domestic flight passengers don’t need to go through customs. You’ll travel straight to the baggage claim to retrieve your bag and access outside transportation.
San Jose Airport Terminal B Level 1
- Pub Sharks Cage
- Fast Food Pizza My Heart
- Ice Cream Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
- Bakery Le Boulanger
- Pub The Brit San Jose Airport
- Newsagent Sunset News
- ATM Bank of America
- Convenience Store Hudson
- Pub ¡Unamas!
- Restaurant Sushi Boat
- Restaurant Soup & Salad Station
- Fast Food Smashburger
- Beverages Shop Jamba Juice
- Pub San Jose Joe's
- Fast Food Chick-fil-A
- Artwork eCloud
- ATM Bank of America
- Artwork Space Observer
- Pub Flames
- Cafe Peet's Coffee
- Convenience Store Hudson News
- Cafe Peet's Coffee & Tea
- Book Shop Hudson Booksellers
- Bar Santa Cruz Wine Bar
- Bakery Brioche Doree
- Cafe Starbucks
- Convenience Store Sunglass Icon
- Confectionery Shop C J Olson
- Electronics Shop SoundBalance
- Transport Airport Administrative Offices
What airlines serve Terminal B?
List of the airlines serving Terminal B
- Alaska Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- ZIPAIR
Need To Know
- Website: www.flysanjose.com
- Phone: +1 408-392-3600
- Address: Mineta San Jose International Airport, 1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110
- Airport opening times: 24 hours
- Airline: Alaska Air, British Airways, Southwest Airlines
- Customs: None
- Restrooms: Frequent, including baby changing facilities
- Wifi: Connect to sjcfreewifi for unlimited, secure Wifi
- Charging: Power outlets and USB ports are available at chairs at the gates
- Lost and Found: Between Terminals A and B in Suite B-1130; +1 408-392-3559
- Shoeshine: None
- Baggage assistance: Next to Baggage Claim
- Money: ATMs are available
- Pet relief areas: Outside the terminal, north of ticketing
- Faith area: Meditation Room across from Gate 18
- Luggage storage: None