Travelling from San Juan to Philadelphia: what you need to know
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is San Juan's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from San Juan to Philadelphia departing from here.
Touch down at Philadelphia's chief entry point, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct San Juan to Philadelphia flight.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Philadelphia one hour behind San Juan.
There are 37 services each week between San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). SJU to PHL is the most popular route when booking flights from San Juan to Philadelphia.
Leave plenty of time to get on your San Juan to Philadelphia flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Philadelphia
To pick up cheap San Juan to Philadelphia flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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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 Philadelphia. From SJU, you can fly directly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct San Juan to Philadelphia plane tickets with departures from SJU, including:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for San Juan to Philadelphia flights departing from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
SJU is around 11 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from San Juan to Philadelphia? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport:
81% of flights departing from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of SJU.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from San Juan to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Philadelphia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from San Juan to Philadelphia has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is approximately 48 kilometres from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 35 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near TTN. Tuck yourself in after your San Juan to Philadelphia flight at one of these well-located options:
Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
You'll find Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from San Juan to Philadelphia. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book a San Juan to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from San Juan to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Juan to Philadelphia, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Philadelphia.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 129 kilometres northeast to New York to check off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.