Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SAN to SJU flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAN and SJU:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Right now, RM626 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,253. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAN to SJU if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN's address is Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on time.
San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and explore beyond San Juan's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to the centre of San Juan has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Juan in May.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport for September if you'd like to explore San Juan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to SJU in February. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Bayamon is just one of the many cities in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Juan. Around 10 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Puerto Rico, head for Carolina, about 11 kilometres east of San Juan. Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track are highlights.