Flying from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to San Juan: what you need to know
Honolulu International Airport is located in Honolulu. Following the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is six hours ahead of Honolulu.
To avoid rushing for your HNL to San Juan flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from HNL to San Juan. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The journey from central Honolulu to HNL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near HNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to San Juan, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Honolulu International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from HNL touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to San Juan
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to San Juan flight is $531. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,049. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HNL to San Juan if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Honolulu International 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 takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Honolulu International Airport to San Juan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HNL to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
March is the most popular month for flights from Honolulu International Airport to San Juan. To avoid the crowds, head to San Juan in December.
The warmest month in San Juan is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Honolulu International Airport to San Juan plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HNL to San Juan around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from Honolulu International Airport to San Juan, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
Esperanza Beach and Balneario El Escambron are just two of the big attractions to put on your San Juan must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla is just one of the many places in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Juan. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Puerto Rico, head for Isabela, about 105 kilometres west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are among the biggest draws.
