Travelling from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to San Juan: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan is 4 hours 15 minutes.
San Juan is one hour ahead of Washington DC, where Baltimore Washington International Airport is located. San Juan observes the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). You can select from 15 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from BWI to SJU is the 06:20 Spirit Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 21:59 with Spirit Airlines.
For a relaxed start to your BWI to San Juan flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Begin your journey at BWI and travel straight to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan tickets.
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from BWI to San Juan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC, BWI can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BWI:
When it comes to Baltimore Washington International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to San Juan
£41 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £87. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BWI to San Juan if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Picking up a cheap flight from BWI to San Juan is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a deal gets even better.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks before your flight from BWI to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
March is the most popular month for flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan. To avoid the crowds, head to San Juan in December.
Lock in a Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BWI to San Juan in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Juan right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to San Juan:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Esperanza Beach, Balneario El Escambron and Escambron Green are major attractions which should feature on every San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kms (70 miles) west of San Juan, a visit to Aguadilla will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
If you want to check out another major destination in Puerto Rico, head for Isabela, about 105 kms (65 miles) west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are among its highlights.
