Flying from New York to San Juan: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from New York to San Juan, there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are among New York's main options.
Touch down at San Juan's major arrival point, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Around 4 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to San Juan flight.
New York and San Juan share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 69 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from New York to San Juan is with JetBlue Airways at 22:59. Choose the first JFK to SJU departure with JetBlue Airways at 05:01 to make the most of your arrival in San Juan.
Give yourself enough time to catch your New York 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 popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to San Juan
Score cheap New York to San Juan flights by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from New York to San Juan is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can catch a direct flight from New York to San Juan departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Start your trip at JFK and land at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct New York to San Juan plane tickets out of JFK. Let one of these carriers take you there:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing New York to San Juan flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to San Juan? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct flight from New York to San Juan departing Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop services from EWR will get you to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
You have a choice of airlines that offer direct New York to San Juan plane tickets from EWR. Set off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your New York to San Juan flight, check out these options when setting off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to San Juan, stay in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking a ticket from New York to San Juan with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to cheaper fares. When jetting off from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here's where you can detour to on the way to San Juan:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to San Juan flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
LGA has a top-tier on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and land as expected.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from New York to San Juan. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and discover San Juan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
The centre of San Juan is around 6 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG). As soon as your flight from New York to San Juan has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the most popular month for flights from New York to San Juan. To travel when it's less crowded, head to San Juan in May.
When booking your New York to San Juan tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from New York to San Juan in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. 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. After booking your flight from New York to San Juan, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are must-visits when exploring San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico you should also see. Around 10 kilometres west of San Juan, a trip to Bayamon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Carolina is another standout destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No trip is complete without visiting Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.