Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Panama City.
Each week, there are 15 Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, go for the 09:11 Copa Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:50 with Copa Airlines.
Your PTY to SJU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to San Juan (and then discovering more of Puerto Rico!) is a breeze with Copa Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Copa Airlines on this route.
Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PTY to SJU flights, with 73.88% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tocumen 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. Stopovers between PTY and SJU include:
Punta Cana International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Las Americas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Right now, R 3,358 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,784. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PTY to SJU, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PTY to SJU.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of PTY.
Central Panama City to Tocumen International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near PTY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save to explore San Juan and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
From Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, San Juan is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The quietest month for a flight from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Juan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport for September if you want to visit San Juan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PTY to SJU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've seen San Juan, now it's time to explore more of Puerto Rico. Travel about 10 kilometres west to Bayamon to check off its top sights. From Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña to Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Carolina is another well-known destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No journey is complete without dropping by Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.