Travelling from Medellin to San Juan: what you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to San Juan departing from here.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is where you'll be landing in San Juan.
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Medellin to San Juan flight.
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Medellin.
The busiest route for flights from Medellin to San Juan is from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). You can choose from 12 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MDE to SJU is the 09:51 AVIANCA service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 16:05 with JetBlue Airways.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Medellin to San Juan flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to San Juan
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Medellin to San Juan is $296. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $400. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Medellin to San Juan flights.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Medellin to San Juan. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
You can book a direct flight from Medellin to San Juan taking off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Begin your trip at MDE and arrive at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Check out the promotions with AVIANCA. This airline offers direct Medellin to San Juan plane tickets out of MDE.
We make it a cinch to book a Medellin to San Juan flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
MDE is about 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to San Juan, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near SJU if you have a late flight from Medellin to San Juan. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up 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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 6 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. After your flight from Medellin to San Juan, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour.
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to San Juan. To travel when it's less crowded, go to San Juan in May.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Medellin to San Juan ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Medellin 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Juan right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Medellin to San Juan:
Castillo San Felipe del Morro and La Garita del morro de san juan bahia are just two of the top attractions to put on your San Juan must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Fortaleza Street.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico just waiting to be explored. Around 10 kilometres west of San Juan, a visit to Bayamon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Carolina is another favourite destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No journey is complete without experiencing Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
