Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to San Juan: what you need to know
San Juan is five hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located. San Juan follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To avoid missing your AMS to San Juan flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from AMS to San Juan. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
AMS is around 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near AMS:
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, data shows 67.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to San Juan
The best price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan flight is $1,074. The cheapest price for a return flight is $938. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from AMS to San Juan if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
Snapping up a cheap flight from AMS to San Juan is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as 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 takes about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save to explore San Juan and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from AMS to San Juan can help you secure the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near SIG. Kick back and get cosy after your AMS to San Juan flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
Plan your trip to San Juan in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan flight ticket with a departure in September if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to San Juan in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to San Juan, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are leading attractions which should feature on every San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've seen San Juan, now it's time to discover other parts of Puerto Rico. Journey about 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to check off its popular sights. From El Parterre to Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Isabela is another well-known destination in Puerto Rico and is around 105 kilometres west of San Juan. No journey is complete without experiencing Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.
