Flying from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Juan: what you need to know
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is four hours ahead of Oakland.
To avoid rushing for your OAK to San Juan flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from OAK to San Juan with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Oakland, OAK can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near OAK? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from OAK land on schedule 82% of the time.
OAK's address is 1 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Juan
£193 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan flight. Return plane tickets start from £386. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from OAK to San Juan if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan ticket.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan. Book one of these accommodation options near SJU instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from OAK to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
March is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Juan in December.
Lock in a San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from OAK to San Juan around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
After booking your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to San Juan, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Juan:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Esperanza Beach, Balneario El Escambron and Escambron Green are top sights which should feature on any good San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico you'll want to see. About 113 kms (70 miles) west of San Juan, a visit to Aguadilla will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
If you want to check out another major stop in Puerto Rico, consider Isabela, about 105 kms (65 miles) west of San Juan. Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve are highlights.
