TPA
Tampa
2h 53m direct
SJU
San Juan
from $95
Cheapest one-way fare
8
Airlines on this route
1237 mi
Great-circle distance
2h 53m
Typical flight time
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Route summary

Cheap flights from Tampa International to Luis Muñoz Marín from $95

Updated 2026-10-13

1237 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 2h 53m with 8 airlines operating direct service from Tampa International (TPA) 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.

About this corridor

Flying from Tampa International

Tampa International is regularly ranked among America's best-loved mid-sized airports for its compact, easy-to-navigate design — a single landside terminal connected to four airside satellites by people movers. There is no rail to downtown Tampa; the SkyConnect automated train links the main terminal to a consolidated rental car centre. Southwest, Spirit and Allegiant compete hard on price for theme-park-adjacent leisure traffic. International long-haul reaches London (BA), Frankfurt (Lufthansa) and seasonal Zurich (Edelweiss).

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.

All airlines on this route

Who flies TPA to SJU?

Airline IATA Flight time Cabin
Southwest AirlinesWN2h 53mEconomy
Spirit AirlinesNK2h 53mEconomy
Frontier AirlinesF92h 53mEconomy
JetBlue AirwaysB62h 53mEconomy
American AirlinesAA2h 53mEconomy
Delta Air LinesDL2h 53mEconomy
United AirlinesUA2h 53mEconomy
Allegiant AirG42h 53mEconomy

8 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tampa to San Juan FAQs

How long is a flight from Tampa International to San Juan? +

Direct flights from Tampa International (TPA) to Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU) take approximately 2h 53m for the 1237-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.

Which airlines fly from Tampa International to San Juan? +

8 carriers operate direct service from Tampa International (TPA) to Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU): Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, American Airlines and 3 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — Southwest Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.

Do I need a visa to visit Puerto Rico? +

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.

How far is Luis Muñoz Marín from San Juan downtown? +

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.