Flying from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to San Juan: what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Islip, where Long Island MacArthur Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ISP to San Juan flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from ISP to San Juan with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Travelling from central Islip to ISP takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ISP:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Long Island MacArthur Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
ISP is located at 100 Arrivals Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to San Juan
RM766 is currently the best price for a one-way Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan flight. A return plane ticket starts at RM1,335. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ISP to San Juan if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding a cheap flight from ISP to San Juan is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from ISP to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan. March is the most popular month to visit San Juan. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in San Juan is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ISP to San Juan around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Juan right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to San Juan:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Esperanza Beach, Balneario El Escambron and Escambron Green are attractions you won't want to skip in San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres west of San Juan, a trip to Aguadilla will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
If you're eager to discover another side of Puerto Rico, head for Isabela, roughly 105 kilometres west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are key reasons to visit.
