Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) is Fort Lauderdale's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan departing from here.
Hop off the plane at San Juan's major arrival point, San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU).
The average duration of a direct Fort Lauderdale to San Juan flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
San Juan's timezone is UTC-4, making San Juan one hour ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
With 40 flights a week between the two airports, Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan with Southwest Airlines at 05:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FLL to SJU is with JetBlue Airways at 21:47.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Fort Lauderdale to San Juan flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan
To find cheap Fort Lauderdale to San Juan flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a sweet deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Fort Lauderdale to San Juan flights.
Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
You can book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan taking off from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL). Begin your journey at FLL and touch down at San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU).
Top carriers that offer direct Fort Lauderdale to San Juan plane tickets departing from FLL include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Fort Lauderdale to San Juan flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the departures from Fort Lauderdale International Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in San Juan
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
The distance from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and explore beyond San Juan's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
San Juan Isla Grande Airport (SIG)
If you're staying in San Juan's centre (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 0.80 kilometres from San Juan Isla Grande Airport (SIG). Look for any visitor information kiosks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SIG. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan:
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan. To escape the crowds, head to San Juan in March.
Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale to San Juan tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Juan:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Balneario El Escambron, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Beach San Juan are must-visits when exploring San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico you'll want to see. Around 13 kilometres southwest of San Juan, a trip to Bayamon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Ron del Barrilito - Hacienda Santa Ana, Parque de las Ciencias by Toroverde Power by Claro and Parque Recreativo Río Bayamón.
Carolina is another standout destination in Puerto Rico and is around 18 kilometres southeast of San Juan. No trip is complete without visiting Isla Verde Beach, Carolina Public Beach and Balneario Isla Verde.



