Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to San Juan: what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LGW to San Juan flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from LGW to San Juan, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Travelling from central London to LGW takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to San Juan
R 5,019 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to San Juan flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 8,701. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LGW to San Juan if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding a cheap flight from LGW to San Juan is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The distance from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Juan and beyond.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks before your flight from LGW to San Juan can help you get the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. Following your flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SIG. Kick back and get cosy after your LGW to San Juan flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit San Juan in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in a London Gatwick Airport to San Juan flight ticket with a departure in September to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about San Juan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Juan right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Juan:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are must-do's during your San Juan adventure.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited San Juan, now it's time to explore more of Puerto Rico. Travel about 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to check off its leading attractions. From El Parterre to Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos, your itinerary will be busy.
Isabela is another favourite destination in Puerto Rico and is around 105 kilometres west of San Juan. No journey is complete without dropping by Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.
