- How much is a taxi from SJU to Old San Juan?
- Official zone-based taxi fare from SJU to Old San Juan is $21. Condado is $19 and Isla Verde is $15. Uber and Lyft are also available at $10-25 depending on destination and demand.
- How far is SJU Airport from Old San Juan?
- SJU is approximately 13 km (8 miles) from Old San Juan, about 20-30 minutes by car depending on traffic. The Condado hotel district is 10 minutes and Isla Verde beach area is just 5 minutes.
- What is the best way to get from SJU to my hotel?
- Uber and Lyft are the most convenient and affordable options ($10-25 to most hotels). Pickup is on the second level of the parking garage. Official taxis use zone-based flat rates. No passport needed — Puerto Rico is a US territory.
- Are there airport transfers available at SJU?
- Yes. Uber, Lyft, official taxis, and private transfers all operate from SJU. Because Puerto Rico is a US territory, arriving from the mainland is treated as a domestic flight — no immigration or customs.
- How long does immigration take at SJU?
- For US domestic arrivals: zero — there is no immigration or customs. You deplane and proceed directly to baggage claim, exactly like a domestic US flight. International arrivals from non-US destinations clear US CBP, typically 15-30 minutes.
- Is there public transit from SJU?
- Public bus service (AMA) has a stop on the airport access road for $0.75, but it is impractical with luggage. The Tren Urbano rail does not connect to the airport. Uber or taxi is recommended.
- Do I need local currency at SJU?
- No. Puerto Rico uses the US Dollar. Your regular US bank cards, credit cards, and cash work exactly as they do on the mainland. No currency exchange needed.
- Are there ATMs and currency exchanges at SJU?
- ATMs are located throughout both terminals dispensing US Dollars. No currency exchange is needed — Puerto Rico uses the US Dollar. Your US bank cards work normally with no foreign transaction fees.
