Travelling from San Juan to Tokyo: what you need to know
San Juan's main base, San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from San Juan to Tokyo.
Touch down in Tokyo at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 13 hours ahead of San Juan.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your San Juan to Tokyo flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Tokyo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap San Juan to Tokyo flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from San Juan to Tokyo throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from San Juan
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for San Juan to Tokyo 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:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
SJU is about 11 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a handy hotel close to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Juan to Tokyo, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SJU make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from San Juan to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from San Juan to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your San Juan to Tokyo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can help you lock in a better rate.
Tokyo Narita Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your San Juan to Tokyo tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from San Juan to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Juan to Tokyo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
TOKYO SKYTREE and Sensho-ji are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Tokyo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are key reasons to visit.