Terminal AConfirm airline and concourse
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Terminal A, Carolina, PR 00979FAA rank #38 · Medium hub
SJUSan Juan
Luis Muñoz Marín International
Guide reviewed September 1, 2026
The short answer
SJU's hidden step is USDA inspection for many mainland-bound bags. Do that before airline check-in, arrive two hours early domestically, and use the official calculator because garage pricing depends on the stay.
Arrival planner
When should I be at SJU?
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Recommended airport arrival—:—
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We’ll work backward from the airport’s recommendation.
2 hours before departure; complete USDA inspection before airline bag drop when required
This is your airport arrival time—not the time to leave home. Airline check-in and bag-drop cutoffs still apply.
Security peakEarly mornings, weekends, cruise-turnaround periods, school breaks, and holidays
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Security
What you’re walking into
SJU advises two hours for domestic and three for international travel. Mainland-bound baggage may require USDA agricultural inspection before airline check-in.
Check live security wait times before leaving ↗TSA PreCheck● Yes
CLEAR● Yes
Global Entry● Yes
Mobile Passport● Yes
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Official parking
What it costs
Airport multi-level garageUse official calculatorCurrent total depends on exact duration
SJU Park & Ride$60 for 1–5 daysMall of San Juan; shuttle about every 30 minutes
Long-term after day 5$9.50/additional dayPark & Ride published rate
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Ground transportation
Don’t stand at the wrong curb
Uber and Lyft pickup is available at Terminal A and at the Terminals B/C area by columns 16–19.
Rental counters and vehicle areas are distributed around the airport complex; follow the company instructions and terminal signs for the correct pickup route.
Terminal areas A through D/E form one airport complex and are primarily connected by walkways. Confirm the concourse before security because some routes require substantial backtracking.
Aeroparque waiting lotFree; 45-minute maximumSJU Aeroparque Cell Phone Waiting Lot, Carolina, PR 00979
A free 94-space lot in the Aeroparque allows attended waiting for up to 45 minutes.
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Airport hotels
Sleep close. Leave the car.
SJU has one hotel inside the airport. Traditional U.S.-style park-and-fly inventory is limited, so confirm parking duration and transportation before paying.
Inside or airport-connected
1 optionsSan Juan Airport Hotel
Inside Terminal D; walk directly from the terminal with no shuttle or taxi
Hotel website ↗Park-and-fly
Confirm terms before bookingCourtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort
- Airport ride
- No dependable scheduled airport shuttle; plan on taxi or rideshare
- Parking
- Confirm extended parking eligibility directly; standard hotel parking is not automatically park-and-fly
Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan
- Airport ride
- Use taxi or rideshare unless a booked package explicitly includes transportation
- Parking
- Park-and-fly availability is date-dependent and must be confirmed
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
- Airport ride
- No guaranteed airport shuttle; plan on taxi or rideshare
- Parking
- Confirm any extended-parking package before leaving a vehicle
Hotel information reviewed September 2, 2026. Confirm current shuttle hours, parking terms, and package availability before booking.
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Airport essentials
Everything else worth knowing
Free Wi-Fi● Yes
USO lounge● Yes
Pet relief● Yes
EV chargingAvailability is limited and may change; verify with the parking operator before relying on airport charging.
SmokingSmoking is prohibited inside terminal buildings; use designated outdoor areas.
OvernightSJU operates 24 hours, but checkpoint access, seating, and concessions vary overnight.
Sources & freshness
Trust the facts. Check the source.
Guide information reviewed September 1, 2026. For today’s operations, rates, and hours, use the live links and official sources below.
SJU official airport site↗SJU parking and transportation↗SJU passenger services↗SJU peak-travel guidance↗