Travelling from Washington DC to San Juan: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to San Juan begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the primary point of entry to San Juan.
The average length of a direct Washington DC to San Juan flight is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Washington DC and San Juan are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route for flights from Washington DC to San Juan is from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Take your pick of six weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from DCA to SJU is the 08:00 JetBlue Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 08:15 with JetBlue Airways.
To ensure you don't miss your Washington DC to San Juan flight, leave 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 the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like February? High seasons (like spring break, Christmas and Thanksgiving) can add an hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to San Juan
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to San Juan is ر.ق. 267. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 564. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Washington DC to San Juan, you can leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Travel from DCA to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) in one seamless trip.
Secure your Washington DC to San Juan plane tickets with JetBlue Airways. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from DCA.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Washington DC to San Juan flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to San Juan, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider booking your direct flight from Washington DC to San Juan out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop connections from IAD will get you to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
United Airlines offers direct Washington DC to San Juan plane tickets from IAD. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to San Juan flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Washington Dulles International Airport and San Juan:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to San Juan, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can board a direct flight from Washington DC to San Juan leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Reserve a ticket and travel nonstop to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Soar above the clouds with any of these airlines that offer direct Washington DC to San Juan plane tickets from BWI:
You can book a ticket from Washington DC to San Juan with one or more stops departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and San Juan:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
BWI is roughly 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to San Juan flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is approximately 6 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to San Juan. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to San Juan flight.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
As soon as your flight from Washington DC to San Juan has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 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
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to San Juan. July is the most popular month to visit San Juan. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Book a Washington DC to San Juan ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Juan to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Washington DC to San Juan in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Juan right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to San Juan:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Bayamon is just one of the many cities in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Juan. Around 10 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Around 11 kilometres east of San Juan, Carolina is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
