Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan.
Come in for landing at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), the major arrival point in San Juan.
The timezone in San Juan is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you board your Rio De Janeiro to San Juan flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Rio De Janeiro to San Juan flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Rio De Janeiro to San Juan flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Rio De Janeiro to San Juan flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GIG is around 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The distance from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 6 kilometres. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and explore beyond San Juan's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to San Juan flight.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is roughly 6 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Best time to go to San Juan
May is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to San Juan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Rio De Janeiro to San Juan tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Juan, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
Castillo San Felipe del Morro and La Garita del morro de san juan bahia are a couple of top attractions to add to your San Juan must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Fortaleza Street.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Bayamon is just one of the many cities in Puerto Rico waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Juan. Around 10 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
If you want to check out another side of Puerto Rico, consider Carolina, roughly 11 kilometres east of San Juan. Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track are highlights.
