Flying from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Check out your options for taking off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight.
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of New York. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is located in San Juan.
With 59 direct weekly flights between the two airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the busiest route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 5:01am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from JFK to SJU is with JetBlue Airways at 10:59pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to SJU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) out of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
At JFK, you'll find a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, including:
JetBlue is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from JFK to SJU.
Delta is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to SJU. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Cyril E. King International Airport (STT)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether departing from EWR makes the most sense for you.
When departing from EWR, you'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from New York to SJU. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
United is the top choice for travellers flying from EWR to SJU.
JetBlue is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Cyril E. King International Airport (STT)
You can arrive at EWR from central New York in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SJU flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Get ready to board and go from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport are available from here.
Fly out of LGA with Frontier Airlines. This trusted airline offers direct New York to SJU plane tickets.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Frontier Airlines from LGA to SJU.
Booking a plane ticket from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) with a stop or two can give you more departure time choices on top of cheaper fares. When leaving from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on your way to SJU:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 55 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to New York LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that depart from LGA reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Reserve a hotel near SJU if you have a late flight from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Currently, R 1,603 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,376. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from New York to SJU, book your plane ticket four months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit San Juan. March is when most people book flights from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in San Juan is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your New York to SJU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Balneario El Escambron and Esperanza Beach are just two of the big attractions to add to your San Juan to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres west of San Juan, a visit to Aguadilla will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
Isabela is another favourite destination in Puerto Rico and is around 105 kilometres west of San Juan. No trip is complete without a visit to Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve.
