Flying from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to San Juan: what you need to know
Fort Myers (the location of Southwest Florida International Airport) and San Juan are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
To avoid missing your RSW to San Juan flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from RSW to San Juan with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
To get to RSW from central Fort Myers, it takes around 25 minutes by car. It's roughly 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near RSW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Southwest Florida International Airport's on-time performance, 77.32% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find RSW at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to San Juan
$123 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $312. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RSW to San Juan if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to the center of San Juan takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 8 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan. Book one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Juan and beyond.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks before your flight from RSW to San Juan can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Once your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city center in about 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometers from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SIG. Here are a few options where you can check in after your RSW to San Juan flight:
Best time to go to San Juan
Before locking in your flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Juan offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from RSW to San Juan in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to San Juan, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla is just one of the many cities in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored after you've seen San Juan. Around 113 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include El Parterre, Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos.
Around 105 kilometers west of San Juan, Isabela is another favorite stop in Puerto Rico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.