Travelling from San Juan to Orlando: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Juan. San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Orlando jetting off from here.
Hop off the plane at Orlando's major arrival point, Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct San Juan to Orlando flight.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5, which is one hour behind San Juan.
The busiest route for flights from San Juan to Orlando is from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Take your pick of 93 services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from SJU to MCO is the 02:06 Spirit Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 22:30 with JetBlue Airways.
To ensure you don't miss your San Juan to Orlando flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Orlando
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Orlando is 80 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 159 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap San Juan to Orlando flights.
April is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from San Juan to Orlando. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from San Juan
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
Set off from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) on a nonstop flight from San Juan to Orlando. From SJU, you can fly directly into Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct San Juan to Orlando plane tickets out of SJU. Book your seat with one of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing San Juan to Orlando flights departing from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Santo Domingo Las Americas Airport (SDQ)
The journey from central San Juan to SJU takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Juan to Orlando, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SJU land on time.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MCO if you have a late flight from San Juan to Orlando. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Orlando International Airport rental car and explore Orlando and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead of your San Juan to Orlando flight.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. Following your flight from San Juan to Orlando, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
After your flight from San Juan to Orlando, settle in at a hotel near SFB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Orlando
March is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Orlando, while April is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Orlando based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a San Juan to Orlando ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from San Juan to Orlando in January when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Orlando right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Juan to Orlando:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without a visit to Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.