Flying from Phoenix to San Juan: what you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to San Juan departing from here.
Come in for landing at San Juan's primary gateway, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Phoenix to San Juan flight.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to San Juan
To find cheap Phoenix to San Juan flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Phoenix to San Juan.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Phoenix to San Juan by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Phoenix to San Juan flights.
Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Phoenix to San Juan flights leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
PHX is about 4 miles from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix to San Juan, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
82.57% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport reach their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from PHX.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 4 miles away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to San Juan. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and venture far and wide through San Juan and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Central San Juan is approximately 4 miles from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG). After your flight from Phoenix to San Juan has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
Best time to go to San Juan
May is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to San Juan, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to San Juan based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Phoenix to San Juan tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to San Juan around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from Phoenix to San Juan, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Juan:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are major attractions which should be on every San Juan itinerary.
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 6 miles to the west, popular attractions include Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Around 7 miles east of San Juan, Carolina is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
