Flying from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is located in San Juan. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Philadelphia is one hour behind San Juan.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most traveled route. When looking for your flight, you can pick from 26 weekly services between SJU and PHL.
To avoid missing your SJU to Philadelphia flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as March, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Direct Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia tickets are available for booking. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll step off the plane.
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from SJU to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
SJU is around 6 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SJU:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SJU reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Philadelphia
The best price we've seen for a one-way Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia flight is $192. The cheapest price for a return flight is $329. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from SJU to Philadelphia, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before your flight from SJU to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TTN. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SJU to Philadelphia flight at any of these well-located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia. July is the busiest month for a trip to Philadelphia. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SJU to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Philadelphia, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.