Uber and Lyft pickup is available at Terminal A and at the Terminals B/C area by columns 16–19.
FAA rank #38 · Medium hub
SJUSan Juan
Luis Muñoz Marín International
Verified 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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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
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.
A free 94-space lot in the Aeroparque allows attended waiting for up to 45 minutes.
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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
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Verified September 1, 2026. Time-sensitive details can change without notice.
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