Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to San Juan: what you need to know
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your LIS to San Juan flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LIS to San Juan with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Lisbon to LIS takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIS:
64.1% of flights leaving from Lisbon Portela Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to San Juan
The best price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan flight is Rs88,319. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs174,983. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LIS to San Juan. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LIS to San Juan by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The distance from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan. Book one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Go where the road takes you 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 experience more of San Juan and beyond.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LIS to San Juan can help you secure the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
After your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
After stepping off your LIS to San Juan flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SIG. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to San Juan
Travel to San Juan during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to San Juan, explore our range of hotels including:
La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Castillo San Felipe del Morro are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your San Juan to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fortaleza Street.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico you should also see. About 113 kilometres west of San Juan, a trip to Aguadilla will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like El Parterre, Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos.
Around 105 kilometres west of San Juan, Isabela is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Start your sightseeing at Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.
