Flying from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Juan: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan.
San Juan is one hour ahead of New York, where New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. San Juan runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the most popular route, with 59 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from JFK to SJU is with JetBlue Airways at 22:59. Opt for the first departure with JetBlue Airways at 05:01 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid missing your JFK to San Juan flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Direct New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan tickets are available for booking. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is where you'll arrive.
You can choose from various carriers that offer direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan, including:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from JFK to San Juan with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Cyril E. King International Airport (STT)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near JFK. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Juan
The best price we've found for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan flight is Rs30,071. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs65,931. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from JFK to San Juan, reserve your journey four months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is around 11 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from JFK to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
March is the busiest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan. To escape the crowds, head to San Juan in December.
Lock in a New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Juan, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Esperanza Beach, Balneario El Escambron and Escambron Green are must-visits when exploring San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've seen San Juan, now it's time to discover other corners of Puerto Rico. Journey around 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to tick off its leading attractions. From Silla Aguadilla to Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 105 kilometres west of San Juan, Isabela is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. No visit is complete without checking out Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve.