Travelling from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA) to San Juan: what you need to know
Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport is located in Guatemala City. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is two hours ahead of Guatemala City.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your GUA to San Juan flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from GUA to San Juan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Santo Domingo Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Guatemala City, GUA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to GUA? If you're catching an early flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart GUA arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA) to San Juan
$376 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $606. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from GUA to San Juan. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan ticket.
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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 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from GUA to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan. March is the busiest month to visit San Juan. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Before booking a Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GUA to San Juan in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Juan right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to San Juan:
Esperanza Beach and Balneario El Escambron are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your San Juan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited San Juan, now it's time to discover other parts of Puerto Rico. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to tick off its leading sights. From Silla Aguadilla to Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Puerto Rico, head for Isabela, about 105 kilometres west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are highlights.