Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to San Juan: what you need to know
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham. Following the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is two hours ahead of Birmingham.
To avoid rushing for your BHM to San Juan flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BHM to San Juan with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Travelling from central Birmingham to BHM takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near BHM? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
BHM's address is 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to San Juan
$352 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan flight. A return plane ticket starts from $705. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BHM to San Juan if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across every month and land a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHM to San Juan by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The distance from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Book a hotel close to SJU if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from BHM to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
March is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to San Juan in December.
Lock in a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BHM to San Juan around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Juan, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Esperanza Beach and Balneario El Escambron are just two of the major attractions to add to your San Juan to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited San Juan, now it's time to discover more of Puerto Rico. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to tick off its leading attractions. From Silla Aguadilla to Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another side of Puerto Rico, consider Isabela, about 105 kilometres west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are key highlights.