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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Juan to New York flights are currently cheapest in May.

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San Juan to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$282
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week539

Finding cheap flights from San Juan to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Juan to New York is $282. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from San Juan to New York.
LATAM Airlines, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways fly direct from San Juan to New York.
As of April 2025, there are 537 flights per week flying from San Juan to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from San Juan to New York is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from San Juan, the cheapest airport near New York is New York Newark – which is 14.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $282.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Juan to New York on Saturday, 3 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to New York is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from San Juan to New York: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Juan. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from San Juan to New York jetting off from here.

  • New York has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • The average time for a direct San Juan to New York flight is 4 hours 10 minutes.

  • San Juan and New York share the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • The most popular route for flights from San Juan to New York is from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can choose from 69 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SJU to JFK is the 00:59 JetBlue Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 23:55 with JetBlue Airways.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your San Juan to New York flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to New York

  • Right now, $126 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Juan to New York. The cheapest price for a return flight is $282. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap San Juan to New York flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from San Juan to New York. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap flight from San Juan to New York is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' San Juan to New York flights.

Flying from San Juan

Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)

  • Take off from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) and fly right through to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). If you're searching for a direct flight from San Juan to New York out of SJU, that's where your journey can take you.

  • There are plenty of airlines that offer direct San Juan to New York plane tickets out of SJU. Your next adventure starts with one of these:

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for San Juan to New York flights departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • SJU is about 6 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Juan to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • 73.65% of flights taking off from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

Arriving in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Juan to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:

  • Go where the road takes you with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from San Juan to New York, it takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from San Juan to New York:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.

  • Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

  • The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Step off your flight from San Juan to New York and travel to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach driving.

  • The journey will take around 1 hour on public transport.

  • Choose a hotel near LGA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're catching a late San Juan to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays are all about convenience:

  • Take control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty make getting on the road effortless.

  • Around two weeks before your flight from San Juan to New York is the ideal time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to land a better deal or catch some early booking discounts.

  • The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Juan to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.

  • Book a San Juan to New York ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from San Juan to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Juan to New York, explore our range of hotels including:

  • Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.

Explore more of United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.

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