Travelling from Rome to San Juan: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to San Juan leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Disembark at San Juan's major arrival point, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
San Juan is five hours behind Rome and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Rome to San Juan flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to San Juan
To pick up cheap Rome to San Juan flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Rome to San Juan is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it a breeze to book a Rome to San Juan flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
FCO is about 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to San Juan, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to San Juan, kick back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights departing Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rome to San Juan. Book one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Grab a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car and explore San Juan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
After your flight from Rome to San Juan has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is approximately 6 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rome to San Juan. July is the busiest month to visit San Juan. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Rome to San Juan ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Rome to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
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 Rome to San Juan, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are must-visits when exploring San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico waiting to be discovered. Around 10 kilometres west of San Juan, a trip to Bayamon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Around 11 kilometres east of San Juan, Carolina is another favourite stop in Puerto Rico. No visit is complete without checking out Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
