Travelling from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): What you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is located in San Juan.
Your flight from London to SJU won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from London to SJU with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and SJU include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and SJU:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to SJU flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
London Gatwick Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights out of here land when expected.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or several days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more manageable. When jetting out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) stopping at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your plans go off without a hitch.
About Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Book a hotel close to SJU if you're catching a late flight from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
From Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, central San Juan is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is 366 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 604 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to SJU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). March is the busiest month to visit San Juan. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
Book a London to SJU plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Juan to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from London to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Juan:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in San Juan when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Balneario El Escambron followed by Esperanza Beach and Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla is just one of the many places in Puerto Rico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Juan. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
If there's time to check out another side of Puerto Rico, head for Isabela, about 105 kilometres west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are the start of reasons to visit.