Travelling from San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP) to Roatan Airport (RTB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 45 minutes.
Roatan's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as San Pedro Sula.
Take your pick of 32 weekly San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport flights. The 07:45 departure with Thomas Cook Airlines Balearics is the earliest flight you can take. Thomas Cook Airlines Balearics operates the last service of the day at 16:40.
To ensure you get on your SAP to RTB flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Roatan (and then seeing more of Honduras!) is a breeze with Thomas Cook Airlines Balearics. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport.
Thomas Cook Airlines Balearics is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SAP and RTB:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP) to Roatan Airport (RTB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport flight is $182. A return fare is currently $396. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from SAP to RTB, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport.
Handy information about San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP)
83% of flights departing from San Pedro Sula Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SAP.
To reach San Pedro Sula Airport from central San Pedro Sula, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SAP. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Roatan Airport (RTB)
Consider staying in a hotel near RTB if you're on a late San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Roatan Airport rental car and discover Roatan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sersa Rent a Car, Alamo and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the best rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Roatan Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
When to fly to Roatan Airport (RTB)
The quietest month for a flight from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Roatan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from San Pedro Sula Airport to Roatan Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Roatan, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAP to RTB in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Honduras
Roatan has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Honduras just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south of Roatan, a visit to Tegucigalpa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Cuevas de arte rupestre, Saint Francis Church and Basilica of Our Lady of Suyapa.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Roatan, San Pedro Sula is another favourite stop in Honduras. Start your sightseeing at Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Zizima Eco Water Park and Centro Cultural Sampedrano.