Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to San Juan: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan.
San Juan is 1 hour ahead of Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located. San Juan operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from AUS to San Juan, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
You can book a nonstop flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan that touches down at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Southwest Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from AUS to San Juan, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
You don't need a visa for Puerto Rico if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Austin to AUS takes approximately 3 hours and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near AUS. Whether you have an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to San Juan
$194 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $400. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from AUS to San Juan by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from AUS to San Juan every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 56 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
The centre of San Juan is around 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG). As soon as your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 14 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 58 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SIG. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from AUS to San Juan at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the busiest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan. To escape the crowds, travel to San Juan in May when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap flights from AUS to San Juan sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan, browse our selection of hotels including:
Castillo San Felipe del Morro and La Garita del morro de san juan bahia are a couple of popular attractions to add to your San Juan to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fortaleza Street.
Complete your San Juan trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in San Juan and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Juan.