Deal alert: Fly to San Juan from $257
Puerto Rico is home to many historical landmarks from forts to cathedrals and museums. There are many ways travelers can experience this destination’s past. American Airlines is offering deals to San Juan for much of the year, except during the summer, for under $300 round trip. Don’t forget to visit historic Old San Juan and other UNESCO World Heritage sites while there.
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SecretFlying first published these discounted fares to San Juan, available from April to December, not including the summer months.
Deal basics
Airline: American
Routes: AUS/BNA/DCA/LGA/MSY to SJU
How to book: Directly through the airline or through Google Flights
Travel dates: April – December (excluding summer)
Sample flights
The deals below are for basic economy tickets on American Airlines, which include a carry-on. A checked bag will cost $30 each way.
The cheapest deal we found was from New Orleans (MSY) to San Juan (SJU) for $257 round-trip. This offer has a stop in Miami (MIA) each way.
You can travel from Nashville (BNA) to San Juan (SJU) for $267 round trip. There is a short stop in Dallas (DFW) on the departure flight and a layover in Miami (MIA) when returning.
There are flights available from Austin (AUS) to San Juan (SJU) at the price of $285 round trip. The departure flight includes a stop in Miami (MIA) and the return flight is direct.
Flights from Washington, D.C., (DCA) to San Juan (SJU) are as low as $293 round trip. This deal includes a stop in Philadelphia (PHL) on the departure and a layover in Miami (MIA) on the way back.
If you’re flying from New York (LGA) to San Juan (SJU), you can book a flight for as low as $294 round trip. There is a stop in Miami (MIA) on the departure and a short layover in Charlotte (CLT) when returning.
MAXIMIZE YOUR PURCHASE
Pay with: The Platinum Card® from American Express for 5 points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel (on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year), the Citi Prestige® Card for 5 points per dollar on airfare, the Citi Premier® Card (see rates and fees) or Chase Sapphire Reserve for 3 points per dollar on air travel, the American Express® Gold Card for 3 points per dollar on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through Amex Travel, or the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card for 2 points per dollar on travel.
The information for the Citi Prestige Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Bottom line
From trying the Bacalaito seafood dish to indulging in the plantain dish that is mofongo, Puerto Rico has cuisine to wake up your taste buds. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to visit San Juan.