Travelling from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to San Juan: what you need to know
San Juan is one hour ahead of Jackson, where Jackson-Evers International Airport is located. San Juan observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your JAN to San Juan flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from JAN to San Juan. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Central Jackson to JAN is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 20 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a hotel near JAN? If you've booked an early flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Jackson-Evers International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.39% of flights that depart JAN land on time.
You'll find JAN at 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to San Juan
RM1,079 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM1,802. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from JAN to San Juan. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to SJU if you have a late flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and explore San Juan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks before your flight from JAN to San Juan can help you secure the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 8 kilometres from central San Juan. Once you've disembarked your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SIG. Unwind and get cosy after your JAN to San Juan flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
Before scheduling your flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Juan offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan flight ticket with a departure in September to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from JAN to San Juan around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to San Juan, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are top sights which should be on any good San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres west of San Juan, a trip to Aguadilla will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like El Parterre, Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos.
Isabela is another must-experience destination in Puerto Rico and is around 105 kilometres west of San Juan. No journey is complete without dropping by Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.
