Travelling from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind San Juan. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Juan to MEX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from San Juan to MEX that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SJU and MEX include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
SJU is around 8 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
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73.65% of flights that leave from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
SIG is around 8 kilometres from central San Juan. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your San Juan to MEX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Have a late flight from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MEX and hit the pillow fast:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
The centre of Mexico City is around 6 kilometres from Benito Juarez International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport is 133 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 282 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from San Juan to MEX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from San Juan to MEX.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). July is when most people travel to Mexico City. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Before locking in your San Juan to MEX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Juan to Benito Juarez International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, a visit to Puebla will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Morelia is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.