Travelling from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS): What you need to know
San Juan's main airport is Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Explore your options for leaving from this base when booking your flights from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS).
The average length of a direct San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport flight is 30 minutes.
Vieques's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as San Juan. Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport is located in Vieques.
With 56 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS) is the busiest route. Cape Air operates the earliest flight at 8am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from SJU to VQS is with Cape Air at 6:50pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from San Juan to VQS.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as March and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
You can find a direct flight from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS) leaving from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
You can travel on a direct flight from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport with Cape Air. This top carrier offers services from SJU.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Cape Air between SJU and VQS.
Cape Air takes the lead in punctuality. A dependable 84.05% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
The journey from central San Juan to SJU takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport has a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SJU touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
About Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS)
Consider booking a hotel close to VQS if you're catching a late flight from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Getting from Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS) to central Vieques
Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Vieques. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport is $272. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $514. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Juan to VQS.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS)
September is the most popular month for flights from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS). Plan your visit to Vieques in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a San Juan to VQS plane ticket departing in September if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vieques to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 27ºC.
More about Vieques
After booking your flight from San Juan to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vieques:
Your Vieques visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Bioluminescent Mosquito Bay, Black Sand Beach and Playa Blaydin.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've done Vieques, now it's time to discover more of Puerto Rico. Travel about 121 kilometres west to Ponce to check off its top sights. From Playa de Ponce to Plaza of Delights (Plaza de las Delicias) and Ponce Art Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Puerto Rico, head for Arecibo, about 137 kilometres west of Vieques. Cueva del Indio Nature Reserve, Birth of the New World and Arecibo Lighthouse and Historical Park are key highlights.
