Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU): what you need to know
Buffalo and San Juan share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your BUF to SJU flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BUF and SJU include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight is C$163. A return plane ticket right now is C$321. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BUF to SJU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BUF to SJU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
75.46% of flights taking off from Buffalo Niagara International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BUF:
Arriving at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Juan and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to central San Juan has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to San Juan in May.
Before locking in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Juan, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUF to SJU 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.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Bayamon is just one of the many cities in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Juan. Around 10 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court.
Carolina is another favourite destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No journey is complete without seeing Isla Verde Beach, Parque de Doble A Roberto Clemente Walker and Drone Zone Track.