Travelling from San Juan to Washington DC: what you need to know
Planning your trip 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 check out your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Washington DC departing from here.
When it comes to arriving in Washington DC, hop off the plane at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is another way to get to this city.
A direct flight from San Juan to Washington DC takes on average 4 hours 2 minutes. Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as San Juan.
The most popular route for flights from San Juan to Washington DC is from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). You can select from 18 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going first thing, the earliest flight from SJU to BWI is the 07:25 United Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 17:50 with United Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Juan to Washington DC, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can enter United States for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Puerto Rico. But before booking your cheap flight from San Juan to Washington DC, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Flying from San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
You can fly directly to Washington DC leaving from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Here are some airports you can reach without stops when searching for your flight from San Juan to Washington DC:
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from San Juan to Washington DC leaving from SJU. Book your ticket with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from San Juan to Washington DC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
SJU is around 8 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 56 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Juan to Washington DC, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Juan to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Once your flight from San Juan to Washington DC has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from San Juan to Washington DC:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Washington DC is Rs16,835. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs33,669. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from San Juan to Washington DC.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Juan to Washington DC. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Washington DC
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from San Juan to Washington DC. July is the busiest month for a trip to Washington DC. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Before you book a flight from San Juan to Washington DC, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from San Juan to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
After booking your flight from San Juan to Washington DC, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are leading attractions which should be on any good Washington DC itinerary.
Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from San Juan to Washington DC. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something in between, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.