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SJU Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Security Times

IATA Code:

SJU

Timezone:

UTC/GMT -4:00 hours

Airport local time:

Sunday, 12:43am


Wait times are steady
Updated today, Sunday 17 May 2026
12:00 AM (UTC/GMT -4:00 hours)
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    Waiting times may not accurately reflect your experience. It is advisable to arrive at the airport well in advance and follow the recommendations of the airlines and airports.

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    12:00 AM (UTC/GMT -4:00 hours)

Wait Times by Day of Week

Average wait times based on the last 3 weeks of data.

28m
Mon
24m
Tue
25m
Wed
25m
Thu
20m
Fri
22m
Sat
19m
Sun

The average wait time at 12 am at this airport is 7 minutes

Based on data from the past 3 weeks.
Current: 6 min (Similar to usual: avg wait time is 7 min)

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Latest Airport Arrival Time
Domestic 1h 26m before departure
International 2h 1m before departure
How we calculated this

Bag drop closes 45-60 min before departure. With an estimated 25 min bag drop queue, you need to arrive at the desk 70-85 min early. After that, allow 19 min for security (avg on Sundays) and 12 min to walk to your gate, which closes 15-20 min before departure. Finally, add a 15 min buffer.

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Best & Worst Times to Fly

Based on historical security wait times across all days of the week.

Best Time
Evening
5pm - 9pm
11 min avg wait
Worst Time
Early Morning
4am - 8am
34 min avg wait
Flying in the Evening instead of Early Morning could save you up to 23 minutes in security lines.

A Guide to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU)

Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional Luis Muñoz Marín), universally identified by its International Air Transport Association (IATA) code SJU and its International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) code TJSJ, operates as the primary aviation gateway for the archipelago of Puerto Rico and the broader insular Caribbean region. Originally known as Isla Verde International Airport upon its opening on May 22, 1955, the facility currently occupies 1,600 acres in the beachfront municipality of Carolina, located approximately three to seven miles east of the San Juan financial and historic districts. By 2025, the facility, managed by Aerostar Airport Holdings, processed an unprecedented 13,643,689 total passengers, cementing its status as the busiest airport in the Caribbean.

Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport FAQ

The current Security wait time at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is approximately 6 minutes.

Security wait times at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport vary throughout the day. Check the historical wait time chart on this page to find the quietest times.

If you are arriving from the mainland United States or another U.S. territory, you do not need to go through customs, as Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory. You will simply proceed directly to baggage claim. However, passengers arriving from international destinations must clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Terminal C.

Note: All passengers departing from Puerto Rico to the mainland United States must pass through a mandatory USDA APHIS agricultural inspection before proceeding to check-in or security.

The USDA severely restricts agricultural items to prevent the spread of pests and diseases to the mainland. You are strictly prohibited from bringing most fresh fruits, vegetables, and any pork or pork-derived products. Permitted items (which must still be declared and inspected) include avocados, papayas, pineapples, buffered plantains, and finished wood souvenirs. All baggage must be scanned at the USDA machines located in the terminal lobby before you enter the airline check-in lines.

Yes, Uber is legally authorized to operate and pick up passengers at SJU. Designated rideshare pickup zones are conveniently located on the ground floors of Terminals A and B. Taxis are also readily available outside the terminals and operate on fixed-zone rates (e.g., approximately $21.00 to Old San Juan).

Yes, SJU supports both TSA PreCheck and CLEAR. Having these services significantly cuts down wait times, though passengers should note that the CLEAR enrollment system has occasionally experienced outages. Update for domestic travelers: Starting February 1, 2026, passengers who do not have a REAL ID (required by May 7, 2025) or another TSA-acceptable form of ID will have the option to pay a $45 fee to use TSA ConfirmID as an alternative verification method.

Yes, SJU provides complimentary wireless internet access throughout the airport. To connect, select the network Service Set Identifier (SSID) named “SJU Free WiFi” on your device.

Yes. SJU features “The Lounge San Juan,” which operates locations in Terminal A and Terminal C. These are accessible to Priority Pass members. Additionally, there is a modernized “Escape Lounge” located in Terminal B, which offers premium amenities and chef-curated menus. Access is complimentary for American Express Platinum cardholders, or available for a $55 walk-up fee.

The consensus highly favors Metropol, located in Terminal C, which serves authentic sit-down Puerto Rican and Cuban cuisine. For a quicker local option, El Mesón Sandwiches is widely praised. For vegan travelers, Udon (Terminal C) offers vegan-friendly yakisoba bowls, udon bowls, and edamame.

Sleeping in the public terminal areas of SJU is not recommended. The terminal seating features fixed armrests, the air conditioning runs very cold, and loud security announcements play throughout the night. For overnight stays or long layovers, travelers are heavily encouraged to book a room at the SJU Airport Hotel, which is conveniently located directly inside Terminal D on the second level.

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