Flying from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): What you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located in Fort Lauderdale. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind San Juan.
The busiest route is from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), with 36 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from SJU to FLL is the 5:01am JetBlue Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 10:59pm with JetBlue Airways.
Your flight from San Juan to FLL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like March. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
You can jump on a direct flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) leaving from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
At SJU, you'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, such as:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between SJU and FLL is jetBlue.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is jetBlue.
Located around 11 kilometres from central San Juan, SJU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SJU touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
About Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
Central Fort Lauderdale is around 11 kilometres from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is R 816. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,740. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from San Juan to FLL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). March is the busiest month to travel to Fort Lauderdale. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
Book a San Juan to FLL plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Fort Lauderdale to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Fort Lauderdale when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Las Olas Beach followed by Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas) and Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres northwest of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Orlando will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.
Cape Coral is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without dropping by Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre.