The Guide to San Jose Airport Lounges

The San José Mineta International Airport is located in San Jose, California, in the middle of Silicon Valley. If you find yourself traveling into or out of this airport, you may be wondering if there are any lounges in which to relax and avoid the crowds.

There are currently three lounges from which to choose. Below, we’ll dive into all you need to know about the lounges at the San Jose airport.

The San Jose airport doesn’t have any airline-affiliated lounges. There are two lounges open to travelers regardless of which airline they’re flying, while the other is accessible only by active U.S. military members.

The San Jose airport offers two lounges, both dubbed The Club SJC: one near Gate A8 and one at Gate A15.

Both offer free snacks and beverages (including soft drinks, beer, wine and liquor), showers, flat-screen televisions with Direct TV and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The Club lounges are open to Priority Pass members and travelers who purchase a day pass at least six hours before their scheduled flight.

Certain credit cards come with Priority Pass access as a benefit. Day passes cost $50 per person, although AAA members get a small discount and infants under two years old can enter for free.

While the exact food and drink options can change seasonally, below is an example of what’s currently available:

• Breakfast (served until 11 a.m.). Cheesy scrambled eggs with mascarpone, orange ricotta toast, yogurt parfaits, fruit and cereal.

• All Day Dining (served after 11 a.m.). Sweet and sour meatballs with rice, smoked turkey, avocado and cheddar slider, masala chickpea rice bowl, trail mix, and chocolate brownies. 

• Drinks. Specialty cocktails, vodka, whiskey and other hard liquors, red and white wines, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. 

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• Located curbside between Terminal A and Terminal B (access from the street-level sidewalk behind the U.S. and California flags).

• Offers free snacks and beverages, complimentary Wi-Fi, charging stations, books and a large-screen television.

• Access to the lounge is only available to active U.S. military on a pre-arranged basis.

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If you have the right card in your wallet, you will get access to Priority Pass lounges without having to pay out-of-pocket for a membership or a day pass.

While the San Jose airport lacks an airline-affiliated lounge, it offers three lounges to travelers — two of which are accessible to Priority Pass members.

If you aren’t a Priority Pass member, you can pay $50 per person for access to either The Club SJC (Gate 8) or The Club SJC (Gate 15), though AAA members will receive a discount.

Active U.S. military members may also access the San Jose airport’s Military Lounge, provided they email the airport in advance to arrange their visit.