Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Juan: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to San Juan is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. Following the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is one hour ahead of Cancun.
With two flights a week between the two airports, Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the busiest route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 13:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from CUN to SJU is with JetBlue Airways at 15:55.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CUN to San Juan flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Cancun International Airport to San Juan ticket. Begin your trip at CUN and touch down at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Keep an eye out for deals with JetBlue Airways. This airline has direct flights from Cancun International Airport to San Juan.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from CUN to San Juan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Central Cancun to CUN is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near CUN. Whether you have an early flight from Cancun International Airport to San Juan or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cancun International Airport, 72.87% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Juan
$215 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cancun International Airport to San Juan flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $363. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CUN to San Juan.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Cancun International Airport to San Juan tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cancun International Airport to San Juan, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
Grab a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and explore San Juan and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks before your flight from CUN to San Juan can help you get the best possible rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
After your flight from Cancun International Airport to San Juan has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SIG. Unwind and get cosy after your CUN to San Juan flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
Before securing your flights from Cancun International Airport to San Juan, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Juan offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Cancun International Airport to San Juan flight ticket with a departure in September to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CUN to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from Cancun International Airport to San Juan, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are top sights which should feature on any well-planned San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres west of San Juan, a visit 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. No visit is complete without checking out Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.