Travelling from London to San Juan: what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to San Juan, you'll have a good range of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the primary hub where you can land in San Juan.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from London to San Juan. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to enter Puerto Rico. This applies when booking a cheap flight from London to San Juan for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to San Juan leaving from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from London to San Juan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to San Juan. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between London Heathrow Airport and San Juan:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to San Juan, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to the centre of San Juan takes about 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 56 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to San Juan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. After your flight from London to San Juan, expect a drive time of approximately 14 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
Travelling by public transport will take around 58 minutes.
After your flight from London to San Juan, kick back at a hotel near SIG. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to San Juan
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to San Juan is 225 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 512 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from London to San Juan. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from London to San Juan.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from London to San Juan every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to San Juan, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to San Juan
May is the quietest month for flights from London to San Juan, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to San Juan based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before you book a flight from London to San Juan, think about the type of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from London to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
Once you've booked your flight from London to San Juan, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Juan:
Castillo San Felipe del Morro and La Garita del morro de san juan bahia are just two of the big attractions to add to your San Juan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fortaleza Street.
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