Travelling from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Havana is one hour behind San Juan. Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from San Juan to HAV. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from San Juan to HAV that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SJU and HAV include:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central San Juan to SJU takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport:
73% of flights that take off from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Have a late flight from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay a short drive from HAV at Apartamento Familia Campa Daniela - Old Havana.
Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Central Havana is around 16 kilometres from Havana Jose Marti International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
RM737 is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. A return flight starts at RM1,622. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Juan to HAV. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
September is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), while March is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Havana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your San Juan to HAV plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Havana, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Havana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Havana right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Juan to Havana Jose Marti International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Paseo del Malecón, Old Havana and La habana are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Havana itinerary.
Explore more of Cuba
You've visited Havana, now it's time to explore other parts of Cuba. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Santa Clara to tick off its leading attractions. From Che Guevara Mausoleum to Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Pinar del Río is another standout destination in Cuba and is around 145 kilometres southwest of Havana. No journey is complete without seeing Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park.