Flights San Juan — New York City

Q: How long is the flight from San Juan to New York?

A direct flight takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of about 2,586 km.

Q: Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from San Juan arrive at New York's major airports, such as John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty (EWR), or LaGuardia (LGA).

Cheap flights San Juan — New York City

Below you can see the best deals on flights San Juan — New York City for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 24 June, from AED 520.

Top 10 cheap flights San Juan — New York City

Direct flights San Juan — New York City

Direct flight options for San Juan — New York City with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by JetBlue — travel time is 3 h 53 min.

Top 10 direct flights San Juan — New York City

About the San Juan — New York City flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from San Juan to New York. The distance between the cities is 2,586 km, and flight frequency reaches 97 flights per week, providing a wide choice of departure times.

Flights are operated by airlines such as JetBlue, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best deal. Before your trip, check how to get to the airport in San Juan and how to get from the airports in New York to the city center.

Return route:return route: flights New York City → San Juan

Flight schedule San Juan — New York City

The table shows direct flights San Juan → New York City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 53 min. Regular flights are operated by JetBlue, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Delta. Departures from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport airports, arrivals at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: San Juan — New York City

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Juan — New York City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 471 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 883 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

San Juan → New York City, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 667	low	May	AED 738	medium	Sep	AED 643	low
Feb	AED 810	high	Jun	AED 810	high	Oct	AED 572	low
Mar	AED 786	medium	Jul	AED 905	high	Nov	AED 762	medium
Apr	AED 715	low	Aug	AED 881	high	Dec	AED 929	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest month in New York is July, with an average high of 29.6°C; it also sees the most rainfall. The coldest period occurs in January, when temperatures drop to -2.2°C.

The lowest airfares are typically seen in September — AED 471, and October — AED 478. The peak pricing period is in March, when a flight can cost AED 883.

For the best balance of weather and price, it is best to choose September or May. We recommend avoiding bookings for March to prevent overpaying during the high-demand season.

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How to get the best deal on a San Juan — New York City ticket

Book your tickets at least 4–6 weeks before your planned date, as fares on this popular route tend to rise sharply closer to the departure day.
Look for flights by Frontier (F9) or Spirit (NK) if you are traveling light — this can help you find deals starting AED 471.
Choose mid-week departures (Tuesday or Wednesday), as rates on these days are usually lower than on weekends or holidays.
Use the price trend chart and the calendar on this page to compare ticket costs for nearby dates and select the most favorable option.

Airlines

There are 17 airlines operating on the San Juan — New York route, with the majority of flights provided by JetBlue, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Most flights are direct, providing convenient connections between the cities. Detailed information on departure days and specific carriers can be found in the schedule below.

JetBlueB6
54x/week
WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK36x/week
  Duration
  4h 1m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SJU → EWR14x/week
  Duration
  4h 2m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SJU → HPN5x/week
  Duration
  4h 1m
  Days
  un,MonS
55.9%Open →
United AirlinesUA
14x/week
WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → EWR14x/week
  Duration
  4h 11m
  Days
  un,MonS
14.5%Open →
Frontier AirlinesF9
10x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15329M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → EWR7x/week
- Direct flight SJU → JFK3x/week
  Duration
  4h 9m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SJU → LGA1x/week
10.7%Open →
DeltaDL
7x/week
WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK7x/week
  Duration
  4h 10m
  Days
  un,MonS
7.2%Open →
Spirit AirlinesNK
6x/week
WebsiteFleet: 20544.1M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → EWR6x/week
  Duration
  4h 15m
  Days
  un,MonS
6.2%Open →
EtihadEY
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9714M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.7%Open →
Aer LingusEI
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 5710.7M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.7%Open →
Qatar AirwaysQR
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.7%Open →
Kenya AirwaysKQ
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 342.5M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.7%Open →
WestJetWS
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15325M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.3%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.3%Open →
LOT Polish AirlinesLO
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8610.7M pax/year
- Direct flight SJU → JFK1x/week
0.3%Open →

Cities and airports on the San Juan — New York City route

Flights San Juan — New York City depart from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport and arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

San Juan

SJU

Puerto Rico

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Puerto Rico

Arrival

New York City

NYC

United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Departure airports

Luis Muñoz Marín International AirportSJU
About the airport

Arrival airports

John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK
About the airport
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR
About the airport
LaGuardia AirportLGA
About the airport
Westchester County AirportHPN
About the airport
New York Skyports Seaplane BaseNYS
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the San Juan — New York City flight

How long is the flight from San Juan to New York?

A direct flight takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of about 2,586 km.

Which airlines fly this route?

17 airlines operate flights on this route, including major carriers like JetBlue, United Airlines, and Delta, as well as low-cost carriers Spirit and Frontier.

Are there direct flights from San Juan to New York?

Yes, there are many direct flights available on this route, operated daily by various airlines.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Airfares change constantly based on demand. You can find the current minimum in the low-fare calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from San Juan arrive at New York's major airports, such as John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty (EWR), or LaGuardia (LGA).

Where else you can fly from San Juan

Orlando∙7 July

AED 517

Fort Lauderdale∙3 July

Santo Domingo∙11 July

Charlotte Amalie∙4 July

Washington, D.C.∙9 July

Where else you can fly to New York City from

Washington, D.C.∙11 July

Fort Lauderdale∙1 July

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