Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Mercedita Airport (PSE): what you need to know
Ponce's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ponce one hour ahead of Austin.
To ensure you get on your AUS to PSE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport. Orlando International Airport is a popular stopover on the AUS to PSE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Mercedita Airport (PSE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport flight is R 10,377. A return plane ticket right now is R 8,128. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AUS to PSE, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AUS to PSE.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
AUS's address is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
81.23% of flights leaving Austin-Bergstrom International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of AUS.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Austin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near AUS:
Arriving at Mercedita Airport (PSE)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've touched down on a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport flight. Aloft Ponce Hotel & Casino and Caribe Hotel Ponce are good choices near PSE.
Hit the road running by picking up a Mercedita Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Thrifty or Avis to explore Ponce and beyond.
Booking your ride from Mercedita Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Mercedita Airport (PSE) to central Ponce
From Mercedita Airport, Ponce is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Mercedita Airport (PSE)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ponce. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Ponce is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Mercedita Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUS to PSE sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited Ponce, now it's time to discover other corners of Puerto Rico. Travel about 72 kilometres north-east to San Juan to check off its top sights. From Castillo San Felipe del Morro to La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 64 kilometres north-east of Ponce, Bayamon is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. No visit is complete without checking out Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
