Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Des Moines.
To ensure you catch your DSM to SJU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between DSM and SJU:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Rs47,394 is the best price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs96,027. These fares may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from DSM to SJU, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
80.45% of flights leaving Des Moines International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DSM.
To get to Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DSM? If you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Consider booking a hotel near SJU if you're on a late Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and find adventure across San Juan and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central San Juan. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to San Juan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport for September if you'd like to visit San Juan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to SJU in February. Average temperatures are between 20ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited San Juan, now it's time to explore other parts of Puerto Rico. Journey around 10 kilometres west to Bayamon to tick off its popular sights. From Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña to Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Carolina is another standout destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No journey is complete without seeing Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
