Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to San Juan: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan.
Charlotte (the location of Charlotte Douglas International Airport) and San Juan are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from CLT to SJU is with American Airlines at 20:42.
Leave plenty of time to make your CLT to San Juan flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at CLT and fly straight to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan tickets.
American Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from CLT to San Juan. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The journey from central Charlotte to CLT takes about 4 hours 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CLT:
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to San Juan
89 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 175 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CLT to San Juan.
The best month for landing cheap Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CLT to San Juan by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to the centre of San Juan takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're taking 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 landing late on a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan. Stay at 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 to explore San Juan and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CLT to San Juan.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 8 kilometres from central San Juan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
Following your CLT to San Juan flight, rest your head at a hotel near SIG. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to San Juan
Before scheduling your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in San Juan offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from CLT to San Juan in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Juan, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are attractions you won't want to skip in San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla is just one of the many places in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Juan. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include El Parterre, Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos.
Isabela is another favourite destination in Puerto Rico and is around 105 kilometres west of San Juan. No trip is complete without a visit to Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.