The Club SJC A8
★3.9(1,080 reviews)SJC · Terminal A
San Jose's most flexible lounge — Priority Pass or a paid walk-in, opposite gate A8.
The Club SJC is the more fully equipped of San Jose's two lounges, sitting airside in Terminal A on the main level concourse directly opposite gate A8. It's an independent contract lounge rather than an airline space, which means access is broad: Priority Pass members are welcome, and any passenger can buy a walk-in day pass regardless of class of service or carrier. The lounge offers complimentary snacks, soft drinks and house wine and beer, with premium drinks available to purchase at the bar. Practical touches include shower facilities, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, flight information screens and a no-smoking, accessible layout. It's open 05:00 to 18:30 daily, so it suits early-morning and midday departures well. For most travellers leaving San Jose, this is the default lounge choice.
Crowding · busy at peak
A serviceable spot for light work before a flight, with Wi-Fi and seating you can use for a laptop. It's a small independent lounge rather than a dedicated business space, but fine for email and a bit of catch-up.
A light, self-service spread of complimentary snacks and soft drinks, with house wine and beer included and premium drinks available to buy at the bar. It's geared toward a relaxed pre-flight stop rather than a full meal, which fits the lounge's morning-to-evening hours.
After clearing security in Terminal A, head to the main level concourse; the lounge is directly across from gate A8.
- 01Check in and clear security for Terminal A
- 02Walk out to the main level concourse
- 03Head toward gate A8
- 04The Club SJC is directly opposite gate A8
Landmarks: Gate A8 · Terminal A main level concourse
ℹ San Jose CA Mineta Intl, Terminal A
Priority PassIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer · Complimentary liquor · Premium drinks for sale
Make the most of it.
Priority Pass gets you in at no extra charge; otherwise any passenger can buy a walk-in day pass.
The lounge closes at 18:30 — it won't cover a late-evening departure.
Access is generally permitted up to three hours before your scheduled flight.
If this Club is busy, The Club at SJC near gate A15 is a short walk away in the same terminal.
Showers are available, handy after a long connection or before a redeye out of the region.
Quick answers.
Yes — Priority Pass is accepted at The Club SJC opposite gate A8 in Terminal A. Present your membership with your boarding pass.
Yes — any passenger can buy a walk-in day pass at the door, regardless of class of service, subject to capacity.
The lounge is open 05:00 to 18:30 daily, so it suits morning and midday departures rather than late-evening flights.