Flying from San Juan to New York: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in San Juan. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to New York taking off from here.
Hop off the plane at one of New York's major entry points like John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Alternatively, arrive at this city landing at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The average time for a direct San Juan to New York flight is 4 hours 10 minutes.
San Juan and New York are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 69 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from San Juan to New York is with JetBlue Airways at 22:38. Opt for the first SJU to JFK departure operated by JetBlue Airways at 00:52 to make the most of your arrival in New York.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your San Juan to New York flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to New York
Right now, R 642 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Juan to New York. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,497. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap San Juan to New York flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from San Juan to New York. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
You can book a direct flight from San Juan to New York taking off from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Start your trip at SJU and then fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct San Juan to New York plane tickets with departures from SJU, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your San Juan to New York flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The journey from central San Juan to SJU takes around 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.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Juan to New York, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is approximately 19 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from San Juan to New York. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and find adventure across New York and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your San Juan to New York flight.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is around 14 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from San Juan to New York has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes.
After your flight from San Juan to New York, kick back at a hotel close to EWR. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR will save you money.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from San Juan to New York has touched down. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get there in a car.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to LGA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late San Juan to New York flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Start your trip without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted companies here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
If you're after a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from LGA around two weeks ahead of your flight from San Juan to New York. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Juan to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Book a San Juan to New York ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap flights from San Juan to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Juan to New York:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-visits when exploring New York.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.