Travelling from Tampa to San Juan: what you need to know
Tampa's main base, Tampa International Airport (TPA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Tampa to San Juan.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is where your flight will arrive in San Juan.
Book a direct Tampa to San Juan flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Tampa and San Juan share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
With 19 weekly flights between the two airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Tampa to San Juan with JetBlue Airways at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from TPA to SJU is with Frontier Airlines at 22:35.
Leave enough time to get on your Tampa to San Juan flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to San Juan
Rs21,861 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to San Juan. Return flights start from Rs45,061. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap Tampa to San Juan flights, book your trip two months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Tampa to San Juan. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Depart from Tampa International Airport (TPA) on a nonstop flight from Tampa to San Juan. From TPA, you can fly directly to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Tampa to San Juan plane tickets out of TPA. Book your seat with one of these:
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tampa to San Juan or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is approximately 11 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tampa to San Juan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Grab a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and discover San Juan and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
The centre of San Juan is located around 6 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG). As soon as your flight from Tampa to San Juan has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Tampa to San Juan. July is the most popular month for a trip to San Juan. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Lock in a Tampa to San Juan ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Juan to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Tampa to San Juan in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about San Juan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Juan right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to San Juan:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are essential stops on your San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Puerto Rico you'll want to see. About 10 kilometres west of San Juan, a visit to Bayamon will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Carolina is another must-experience destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No trip is complete without seeing Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
