Travelling from San Juan to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in San Juan. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Mexico City taking off from here.
Arrive in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind San Juan.
To ensure you don't miss your San Juan to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Mexico City
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap San Juan to Mexico City flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from San Juan to Mexico City across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from San Juan to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your San Juan to Mexico City flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for San Juan to Mexico City flights departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central San Juan to SJU takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from San Juan to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, 73.65% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 6 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from San Juan to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from San Juan to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your flight from San Juan to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from San Juan to Mexico City. To escape the crowds, visit Mexico City in April.
Book a San Juan to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from San Juan to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Juan to Mexico City, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Guadalajara, about 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are key highlights.
