Flying from Medellin to San Juan: what you need to know
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to San Juan jetting off from here.
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is where you'll be landing in San Juan.
Book a direct Medellin to San Juan flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
San Juan's timezone is UTC-4, which makes San Juan one hour ahead of Medellin.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Medellin to San Juan with AVIANCA at 08:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MDE to SJU is with JetBlue Airways at 16:11.
Leave plenty of time to make your Medellin to San Juan flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to San Juan
To find cheap Medellin to San Juan flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
You can get a direct flight from Medellin to San Juan leaving from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE). Begin your journey at MDE and arrive at San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU).
Keep an eye out for deals with JetBlue Airways. This airline offers direct Medellin to San Juan plane tickets out of MDE.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Medellin to San Juan flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Bogota Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
The journey from central Medellin to MDE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Medellin to San Juan, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
76% of flights taking off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in San Juan
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Medellin to San Juan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Grab a San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport rental car and discover San Juan and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Ace Rent a Car and U-Save are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport about two weeks in advance of your Medellin to San Juan flight.
San Juan Isla Grande Airport (SIG)
Central San Juan is around 0.80 kilometres from San Juan Isla Grande Airport (SIG). Step off your flight from Medellin to San Juan and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SIG. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Medellin to San Juan:
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to San Juan. July is the busiest month for a trip to San Juan. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
Lock in a Medellin to San Juan ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Juan to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from Medellin to San Juan around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Juan right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to San Juan:
Balneario El Escambron and La Garita del morro de san juan bahia are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your San Juan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Beach San Juan.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've done San Juan, now it's time to explore other corners of Puerto Rico. Travel about 13 kilometres southwest to Bayamon to check off its must-visit sights. From Ron del Barrilito - Hacienda Santa Ana to Parque de las Ciencias by Toroverde Power by Claro and Parque Recreativo Río Bayamón, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 18 kilometres southeast of San Juan, Carolina is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Isla Verde Beach, Carolina Public Beach and Balneario Isla Verde.

