Travelling from Vancouver to San Juan: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to San Juan. Check out your options for departing Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Come in for landing at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), the primary gateway of San Juan.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to San Juan.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can enter Puerto Rico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before organising your cheap flight from Vancouver to San Juan, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to San Juan, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Vancouver to San Juan? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 11 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 56 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to San Juan, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SJU:
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan. Following your flight from Vancouver to San Juan, allow for a drive time of approximately 14 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 58 minutes.
After your flight from Vancouver to San Juan, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SIG. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Juan
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to San Juan is Rs55,752. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs106,720. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from Vancouver to San Juan. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Vancouver to San Juan.
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Best time to go to San Juan
May is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to San Juan, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to visit San Juan based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver to San Juan in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to San Juan, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are top sights which should be on any well-planned San Juan itinerary.
Complete your San Juan trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to San Juan. Whether you're after an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something more luxurious, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
