--- iata: SJU name: Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport city: San Juan country: Puerto Rico lastUpdated: '2026-09-05' officialWebsite: 'https://aeropuertosju.com/' sources: - 'https://aeropuertosju.com/' - 'https://aeropuertosju.com/transportacion/' - 'https://aeropuertosju.com/tiendas-restaurantes/' - >- https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/puerto-rico/luis-munoz-marin-international/sju5-the-lounge-san-juan-at-terminal-a - >- https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/puerto-rico/luis-munoz-marin-international/sju4-the-lounge-san-juan-at-terminal-c - 'https://escapelounges.com/us/airport-lounges/luis-munoz-marin/' - >- https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/airports/luis-munoz-marin-international-sju-airport/ - >- https://frequentmiler.com/escape-lounge-sju-san-juan-international-airport-review-small-but-great-food/ - >- https://wareontheglobe.com/2024/09/17/airport-lounge-review-the-lounge-san-juan-puerto-rico-at-terminal-c/ - 'https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-juan-airport-guide.htm' - 'https://sanjuanpuertorico.com/taxis/' - 'https://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/getting-around-by-taxi/' - >- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luis_Mu%C3%B1oz_Mar%C3%ADn_International_Airport - 'https://www.reddit.com/r/PuertoRicoTravel/comments/1muwo36/airport_food/' - >- https://www.reddit.com/r/PuertoRicoTravel/comments/1efagg4/do_not_get_your_bottled_water_at_at_gustos_cafe/ quickFacts: - 13.6M passengers in 2025; busiest in the Caribbean - >- Terminals A and B with connected airside concourses C and D; max gate walk ~15 min - JetBlue focus city (Terminal A); major US carriers plus Caribbean/regional - >- US territory: no passport needed for US citizens/residents; domestic-like for mainland flights - Two main security checkpoints (A and central B for B/C/D); TSA PreCheck at A - Fixed-rate tourist taxis + $3 airport fee; public buses $0.75 bentoTips: - label: Timing title: Hit security before 7am or after 10am detail: >- Arrive 2 hours domestic / 3 international; check MyTSA app as staffing fluctuates. summary: >- Average waits 15-25 min; peaks 5-9am and mid-afternoon push 25-35+ min—PreCheck saves 15 min. category: timing - label: Terminal title: Clear security then roam freely airside detail: JetBlue mostly A; others B/C/D. Furthest gates ~0.6 miles/15 min walk. summary: >- All concourses A-B-C-D connect post-security via walkways—no re-clear needed for most connections. category: terminal - label: Food title: Skip chains for Metropol in Terminal C detail: >- Between B/C airside; also Landshark, Gustos coffee, Starbucks C, El Meson sandwiches. summary: >- Sit-down Puerto Rican/Cuban plates (mofongo, rice dishes) beat Domino’s/Popeyes for real local flavor. category: food - label: Status title: Expect solid ops with Caribbean weather risk detail: Monitor Aerostar/flight apps; international arrivals clear CBP in B. summary: >- On-time around 70-75%; afternoon thunderstorms and US mainland connections cause most delays. category: status lounges: - name: Escape Lounge hours: '06:00-21:00' access: - Amex Platinum (guests per Amex rules) - Delta SkyMiles Reserve (same-day Delta-marketed flight) - Walk-up ~$55; pre-book from ~$65 bestFor: - Food - Amex holders - Longer waits summary: >- Newest and best option—small but excellent Puerto Rican hot dishes and drinks far outclass the PP lounges; worth the walk from A/C. verdict: worth-it terminal: Concourse B amenities: - 'Fresh local hot food (lechón, arroz con pollo)' - Full bar - Wi-Fi - Charging - Work/relax seating - name: The Lounge San Juan at Terminal A hours: '06:00-20:00' access: - Priority Pass - Day pass ~$35 - Other lounge programs bestFor: - Quick drink - PP holders near A gates summary: >- Basic and often crowded/cramped with limited food; fine for a free drink and seat if near JetBlue but skip if Escape accessible. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal A amenities: - Snacks - Alcoholic drinks - Wi-Fi - Flight info - name: The Lounge San Juan at Terminal B hours: '06:00-20:00' access: - Priority Pass - Day pass ~$35 - Other lounge programs bestFor: - PP holders near B gates - Quick drink summary: >- Priority Pass lounge in Terminal B; same basic program as the A and C locations—useful if Escape is full or you are already on Concourse B. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal B amenities: - Snacks - Alcoholic drinks - Wi-Fi - Flight info - name: The Lounge San Juan at Terminal C hours: '06:00-20:00' access: - Priority Pass - Day pass ~$35 - Other lounge programs bestFor: - PP holders - Families - Drinks summary: >- Slightly better food and space than A location with kids area, but still dated seating and average overall—use for free booze if Escape full or inaccessible. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal C amenities: - Hot plate + sides/desserts - 'Bar drinks (strong mixes, Medalla)' - Children’s area - Wi-Fi - Restrooms waterOptions: - kind: purchase name: Gustos Cafe zone: airside price: ~$5 for 500ml Dasani summary: >- Captive-market pricing—avoid unless desperate; same markup everywhere post-security. location: Airside near gates/central areas; multiple locations including Terminal A terminal: Terminal A (also B/C) - kind: refill name: Water fountains zone: airside summary: >- Standard fountains available for bottle refill; reliable free option once past security. location: Throughout terminals near restrooms and gate areas airside terminal: All isBestValue: true - kind: free name: Starbucks iced water zone: airside summary: >- Staff often provide free iced water cups on request—best quality free pour near C gates. location: Starbucks in Terminal C airside terminal: Terminal C isBestQuality: true - kind: purchase name: Convenience stores / El Market zone: airside price: $3-5 typical bottle summary: >- Slightly better variety than pure cafe markup but still airport prices; grab if fountain line long. location: Airside convenience stores and El Market locations across concourses terminal: A/B/C airportistScore: 7 slug: sju region: North America --- > Markdown for [/airports/sju](/airports/sju). Append `.md` to any page URL (or send `Accept: text/markdown`) for an agent-readable copy. - [HTML page](/airports/sju) - [Lounge directory](/airports/sju/lounges.md) - [Sitemap](/sitemap.md) # Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) San Juan, Puerto Rico · North America Efficient walkable Caribbean hub with genuine local food and easy fixed taxis, but basic lounges (except Escape) and peak security/weather delays keep it from premium tier. ## Airportist Score **7.0 / 10** - Comfort: 6.5 - Navigation: 7.8 - Food: 7.4 - Transport: 8.0 - Disruption resilience: 6.5 ## At a glance - Passengers: 13.6M - Terminals: 2 main (A/B) + concourses C/D - Typical security: 20 min - On-time: 73% - Disruption: minor ## Best for - US mainland-Caribbean connections - Local Puerto Rican food airside - Quick fixed-rate taxi to beaches/hotels - Amex Platinum holders (Escape Lounge) ## Watch out for - Peak morning/afternoon security lines without PreCheck - Mediocre Priority Pass lounges that fill fast - Expensive bottled water and chain food markups - Afternoon thunderstorms delaying flights ## More intel - [Lounge directory](/airports/sju/lounges.md) (free) - [Getting there](/airports/sju/getting-there.md) (free) - [Amenities](/airports/sju/amenities.md) - [Traveler tips](/airports/sju/tips.md) - [Water](/airports/sju/water.md) - [Full guide](/airports/sju/guide.md) - [Disruptions](/airports/sju/disruptions.md) - [Reviews](/airports/sju/reviews.md)