Travelling from Los Angeles to San Juan: what you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to San Juan leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is where you'll be landing in San Juan.
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Leave plenty of time to make your Los Angeles to San Juan flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Juan
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Los Angeles to San Juan flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles to San Juan is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a sweet deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Juan.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Los Angeles to San Juan flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Los Angeles to San Juan flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to San Juan? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to San Juan. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and explore San Juan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to San Juan flight.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Los Angeles to San Juan, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to San Juan. To escape the crowds, go to San Juan in May.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to San Juan tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Juan right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to San Juan:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are top attractions which should feature on every San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico you should also see. About 10 kilometres west of San Juan, a visit to Bayamon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Around 11 kilometres east of San Juan, Carolina is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. No visit is complete without checking out Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
