Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Juan: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan is 4 hours 5 minutes.
New York (the location of John F. Kennedy International Airport) and San Juan are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
The busiest route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). You can choose from 69 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JFK to SJU is the 05:01 JetBlue Airways option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:59 with JetBlue Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your JFK to San Juan flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan tickets are available for booking. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is where you'll be touching down.
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan. Book your journey with one of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from JFK to San Juan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
JFK is around 19 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JFK:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Juan
72 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan flight. A return ticket right now is 116 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from JFK to San Juan by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The distance from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Explore without limits with a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and find adventure across San Juan and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from JFK to San Juan.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SIG. Settle in and get cosy after your JFK to San Juan flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
Travel to San Juan during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan plane ticket, think about 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).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Castillo San Felipe del Morro are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your San Juan itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Fortaleza Street.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've done San Juan, now it's time to explore other parts of Puerto Rico. Journey around 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to tick off its popular sights. From El Parterre to Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 105 kilometres west of San Juan, Isabela is another favourite stop in Puerto Rico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.