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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.

Flying into Lexington's Blue Grass Airport

Find discount flights to Lexington through Orbitz.com. Serviced by six airlines-AirTran, Allegiant, American Eagle, Delta, United and US Airways-it's easy to find affordable domestic or international flights into Blue Grass Airport. Located at 4000 Terminal Drive in Lexington, KY, the airport is four miles from downtown and within a short drive of most major attractions.

Ground Transportation to and From BGA

Many hotels provide free shuttle or bus service to and from the airport. Taxis can be found at the airport as well and cost approximately $2.50 per traveled mile. Increased charges apply to groups larger than four people. Orbitz.com can also be used to arrange for a rental car. The following five companies have hubs at the airport: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National.

Weather in Lexington

Lexington has four seasons, but the autumn and spring are sunnier and warmer than further north in the United States. Winter temps range from 23º to 39º F, and there is often sparse snowfall in January and February. Rain spurts followed by sunny weather occur often in spring and summer.

Seeing Lexington's Sights

It wouldn't be Kentucky without several equine-themed attractions. With the help of Orbitz.com, you can find discounted prices to the city's top sights. Lexington's Kentucky Horse Park can be found just north of the city and hosts over 50 breeds of horses. An on-site museum tracks the evolution of the species as well as its evolving role in man's life. The Thoroughbred Center is also nearby, with tours and demonstrations available. Lexington has a number of important historical sites as well, such as the Mary Todd-Lincoln House and Waveland, a preserved plantation. There are plenty of opportunities for Orbitz.com to help you save on more than just flights to Lexington.