Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to San Juan: what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4. The city is 4 hours behind London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from LHR to San Juan. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from LHR to San Juan that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
When travelling to Puerto Rico for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan.
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 1 minute.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to San Juan
342 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan. A return flight starts from 606 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from LHR to San Juan, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes around 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 56 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 14 minutes by car. Central San Juan is approximately 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 58 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SIG. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LHR to San Juan at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan. July is the busiest month to visit San Juan. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LHR to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Juan right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Juan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard 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 any good San Juan itinerary.
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