Flying from San Diego to San Juan: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to San Juan taking off from here.
Touch down at San Juan's major arrival point, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
San Juan's timezone is UTC-4, making San Juan three hours ahead of San Diego.
Leave plenty of time to catch your San Diego to San Juan flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Juan
To pick up cheap San Diego to San Juan flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing San Diego to San Juan flights leaving from San Diego International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 2 miles from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to San Juan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
71.38% of flights leaving from San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The distance from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 4 miles. It'll take you about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Diego to San Juan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
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 leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 4 miles from the centre of San Juan. Following your flight from San Diego to San Juan, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to San Juan. To escape the crowds, go to San Juan in May.
When booking your San Diego to San Juan tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. 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). Search for cheap flights from San Diego to San Juan around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from San Diego to San Juan, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Juan:
Castillo San Felipe del Morro and La Garita del morro de san juan bahia are just the start of the top attractions to put on your San Juan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fortaleza Street.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Bayamon is just one of the many cities in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored once you've seen 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.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Puerto Rico, head for Carolina, about 7 miles east of San Juan. Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track are highlights.
