Travelling from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as San Juan. LaGuardia Airport is located in New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from San Juan to LGA.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from San Juan to LGA departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 8 kilometres from central San Juan, SJU can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, 73.65% touch down on time at their destination.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
With public transport, you can travel from central San Juan to SIG in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport the day before your San Juan to LGA flight:
About LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a hotel near LGA if you have a late flight from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Pick up a LaGuardia Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your San Juan to LaGuardia Airport flight.
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
The centre of New York is about 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport is $126. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $252. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from San Juan to LGA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your San Juan to LaGuardia Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to New York. July is when most people book flights from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your San Juan to LGA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Juan to LaGuardia Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 145 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of New York, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
