Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Juan: what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your LAX to San Juan flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from LAX to San Juan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Juan
R 2,115 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan flight. A return ticket right now is R 4,230. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from LAX to San Juan, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices throughout the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LAX to San Juan by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to the centre of San Juan takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Explore without limits with a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and experience more of San Juan and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from LAX to San Juan.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SIG. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LAX to San Juan flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
Before securing your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in San Juan offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan flight ticket with a departure in September to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LAX to San Juan around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Juan, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Castillo San Felipe del Morro are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your San Juan to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Fortaleza Street.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla is just one of the many places in Puerto Rico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of San Juan. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include El Parterre, Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos.
Around 105 kilometres west of San Juan, Isabela is another favourite stop in Puerto Rico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.
