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Airport Name
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport

Airport Location
The airport is located 9 miles east of San Juan.

Terminals
3

IATA Code
SJU

Telephone
(787) 253-2329

Airport Overview

Located just 9 miles east of San Juan, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the main international gateway to sunny Puerto Rico.

Known to many as San Juan International, this is Puerto Rico’s only international airport, and it serves more than 4 million passengers per year. Flights to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport arrive daily, with some of the major operators American Eagle, Cape Air, JetBlue Airways and Executive Airlines. There is one main terminal building with a number of concourses. There is a second terminal building due to open in late 2011.

The facility is clean and well maintained and visitors can expect to breeze through the efficient customs and immigration without having to queue too long. If you’re in transit or have a long wait, however, be aware that most shops and restaurants stick to island time, and will close by 5 p.m.

Terminal Transfer

The terminals are all connected to a central terminal building, so getting between them is simple enough.

Getting into Town

Train: There are no trains servicing the airport.

Bus: The Metropolitan Bus Authority operates in the area and services the airport.

Taxi: There is a variety of taxi companies, including an Official Tourism Company-sponsored taxi, which takes passengers into the heart of San Juan. Fares range between $20 USD and $25 USD to reach the city.

Car Parking

There is a multi-level parking garage which charges hourly rates. There are also 2,000 long-term parking spaces available for  short-term and long-term parking.

Information Desks

There is a Traveler’s Aid desk on the first level of Terminal D, and a tourist information booth in Terminal C.

Airport Facilities

Money and communications: There is a Banco Popular de Puerto Rico branch, and there are numerous ATMs dotted around the terminal building.

Luggage: There are no left-luggage facilities or lockers available. The airport does not have a lost-and-found service, but you can use the telephones at the security desks to contact your airline, the police, or the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Conference and business: There are press conference facilities, and an American Airlines Club lounge, a Delta lounge and a Continental Airlines lounge. There is also a hotel nearby which caters for conferences.

Shopping: There are a few places to do a bit of shopping. You could try one of the souvenir kiosks, or wander through the duty-free store. There’s also a barber shop and a beauty salon.

Food and drink: There are a number of fast-food outlets where you can grab a bite to eat or enjoy a quick cup of coffee. Some of these include McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Subway and Taco Maker.

Other facilities: There are medical aid facilities, and the Aeroparque where you can view aircraft taking off and landing.

Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available in the airport lounges. The service is provided by T-Mobile and iPass. This is not a free service, and more information can be found on their websites.

 

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Ryan ClareRyan has traveled to more than 15 countries including Canada, France, Austria and Spain. He has an insatiable curiosity that manifests in a knack for travel. He hopes to travel to every continent and experience as many cites and cultures as possible.

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