Flying from San Juan to New York: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Juan. San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from San Juan to New York departing from here.
New York has a range of airports you can jet into. Disembark at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct San Juan to New York flight.
New York's timezone is UTC-5, making New York one hour behind San Juan.
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 63 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from San Juan to New York is with JetBlue Airways at 22:38. Go for the first SJU to JFK departure operated by JetBlue Airways at 00:52 to make the most of your first day in New York.
To ensure you don't miss your San Juan to New York flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to New York
Right now, $151 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to New York. The cheapest price for a return flight is $321. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from San Juan to New York is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from San Juan
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
Take off from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) on a direct flight from San Juan to New York. You can arrive at these New York airports from SJU:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Direct San Juan to New York plane tickets are offered by numerous airlines at SJU. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a cinch to book a San Juan to New York flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Travelling from central San Juan to SJU takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from San Juan to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport:
81% of flights departing from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of SJU.
Arriving in New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Juan to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Go where the road takes you with a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and find adventure across New York and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks in advance of your San Juan to New York flight.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
New York Newark Airport (EWR) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Juan to New York, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from San Juan to New York, settle in at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a New York Newark Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and be on your way in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
You can find New York Newark Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from San Juan to New York and go directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and usually takes 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will take you there in around 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel near LGA. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your San Juan to New York flight:
Be in control of the next part of your trip with a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty make getting on the road effortless.
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from San Juan to New York is the ideal time to secure your ride from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
The address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the busiest month for flights from San Juan to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in March.
When booking your San Juan to New York tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Juan to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from San Juan to New York:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited New York, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to check off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No journey is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.






















