Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Juan: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Miami International Airport to San Juan.
San Juan and Miami (where Miami International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
With 132 weekly flights between the two airports, Miami International Airport (MIA) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the busiest route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:29. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MIA to SJU is with American Airlines at 21:00.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from MIA to San Juan. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Nonstop flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Juan are available for booking. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is where you'll arrive.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Miami International Airport to San Juan. Get on board with any of these:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from MIA to San Juan with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS)
Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
You can visit Puerto Rico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Miami International Airport to San Juan, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
The journey from central Miami to MIA takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Miami International Airport to San Juan? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MIA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Juan
$65 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Miami International Airport to San Juan. A return flight starts at $123. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from MIA to San Juan, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Miami International Airport to San Juan. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Locking in a cheap ticket from MIA to San Juan is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Miami International Airport to San Juan. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 56 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SJU if you have a late flight from Miami International Airport to San Juan. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. Once you've disembarked your flight from Miami International Airport to San Juan, it'll take you around 14 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 58 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SIG. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from MIA to San Juan at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to San Juan. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Juan in May when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Miami International Airport to San Juan, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MIA to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Miami International Airport to San Juan, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are must-do's during your San Juan adventure.
Complete your San Juan trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in San Juan and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Miami International Airport to San Juan.
