Flying from Montreal to San Juan: what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to San Juan leaving from here.
Disembark at San Juan's major arrival point, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Jump on a direct Montreal to San Juan flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
Montreal and San Juan share the same timezone, UTC-4.
To ensure you board your Montreal to San Juan flight, leave enough 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 general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to San Juan
Currently, $172 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to San Juan. The cheapest price for a return flight is $273. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap Montreal to San Juan flights, book your trip two months before your planned departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Montreal to San Juan. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can catch a direct flight from Montreal to San Juan departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Start your trip at YUL and arrive at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Look out for deals with Air Canada. This airline offers direct Montreal to San Juan plane tickets from YUL.
YUL is about 10 miles from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal to San Juan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
64.89% of flights taking off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is approximately 4 miles from central San Juan. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Montreal to San Juan, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and explore beyond San Juan's main sights.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) is roughly 4 miles from the center of San Juan. Following your flight from Montreal to San Juan, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to San Juan. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Juan in May.
Lock in a Montreal to San Juan ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Juan to range from 73ºF to 91ºF.
February sees average temperatures of between 68ºF and 82ºF. Look for cheap flights from Montreal to San Juan around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to San Juan, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are highlights which should be on any well-planned San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've done San Juan, now it's time to explore more of Puerto Rico. Journey about 6 miles west to Bayamon to tick off its leading attractions. From Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña to Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 7 miles east of San Juan, Carolina is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Experience major highlights starting with Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.
