Cheap flights from Newark Liberty to Luis Muñoz Marín from $115
Updated 2026-08-26
1612 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 3h 39m with 6 airlines operating direct service from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from Newark Liberty
Newark Liberty serves as one of New York's three primary airports and United's principal East Coast hub. Three terminals A, B and C connect via the AirTrain people mover to the NJ Transit and Amtrak rail station, with NJ Transit reaching New York Penn Station in 25 minutes for around $16. Newark fares are typically a few dollars cheaper than JFK on the same routes thanks to United's heavy capacity; international long-haul is the deepest of the three NYC airports for European destinations.
Arriving in San Juan
San Juan's Luis Muñoz Marín is the busiest airport in the Caribbean and Puerto Rico's primary international gateway. The airport is 8 km east of Old San Juan; AMA bus T5 runs from the airport, but most travellers use rideshare or taxi (~$25 to Old San Juan). US domestic-status flights (no passport required for US citizens) make San Juan one of the easiest Caribbean destinations from any US hub.
Who flies EWR to SJU?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| United Airlines | UA | 3h 39m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 3h 39m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 3h 39m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 3h 39m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 3h 39m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 3h 39m | Economy |
6 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Newark to San Juan FAQs
Direct flights from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU) take approximately 3h 39m for the 1612-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
6 carriers operate direct service from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU): United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and 1 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — United Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No — Puerto Rico is domestic travel for US citizens. A US passport is not required for the 50 states, DC or US territories (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands), though Real ID-compliant ID is required at TSA from May 2025.
Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU) is the primary international airport for San Juan. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.