Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
San Juan is one hour ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MDW to SJU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in San Juan — and maybe even more of Puerto Rico if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
With 66.67% of services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MDW to SJU flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MDW and SJU include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
At the moment, R 1,600 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,223. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MDW to SJU by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MDW to SJU.
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Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
77.88% of flights that depart Chicago Midway International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MDW. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Grab a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and explore San Juan and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to San Juan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDW to SJU in February. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico waiting to be explored. Around 10 kilometres west of San Juan, a trip to Bayamon will keep you on the move. 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.