Getting from SJU Airport to Condado
Condado is one of the closest beach neighborhoods to San Juan’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), so you can be at your door soon after you land. Here are your options.
How far is it?
A typical route from SJU to Condado is roughly 4 miles (about 7 km) by road. Most sources put the ride at about 10 to 30 minutes depending on traffic, with the shorter end more likely off-peak. Plan on about 10 minutes by Uber in light traffic, and allow extra time at rush hour or on days with events in the area.
Option 1: Uber or other rideshare
Rideshare is a popular choice for visitors staying in Condado. You request a car in the app, meet the driver at the airport’s designated pickup area, and ride directly to the building. Prices change with demand and time of day, so check current rates in the app before you request. Download offline maps before you fly, and use airport Wi-Fi or your phone plan to coordinate the pickup.
Tip: put the building address, 1479 Ashford Ave, Condado, San Juan, PR 00907, directly into the app so your driver heads to the right entrance. FlipFlopFlat is in Condado del Mar, a high-rise on Ashford Avenue.
Option 2: Taxi
Licensed taxis operate from the airport. Taxis are straightforward if you prefer not to use an app. Ask about the fare before you set off, and check current rates and any posted airport fare information at the taxi stand, since rates can change. It is worth carrying some cash as a backup in case a card reader is not working.
Option 3: Rental car
Most guests staying in Condado do not need a car for the neighborhood. Restaurants, cafes, shops, grocery stores and the beach are within walking distance, and a short Uber covers Old San Juan. Parking is not included at FlipFlopFlat, though there are garages nearby, so a rental car adds a daily cost and some planning. A car makes sense if you plan day trips around the island, and in that case you might rent for only those days. If you do rent, confirm garage rates and height limits before you commit.
Arrival tips
- Check-in is at 4 PM and check-out is at 11 AM. If your flight lands early, ask the host about luggage options before you arrive.
- Get cell service sorted. Confirm that your phone plan works in Puerto Rico before you travel.
- Pack a light layer. Airports and buildings are often strongly air-conditioned.
- Shop on arrival. A grocery store is within walking distance of the condo, and the unit has a full kitchen, so you can stock up for breakfast.
- Keep the check-in instructions handy and message the host if your flight is delayed.
Heading back to the airport
On departure day, book your ride with a comfortable buffer. Traffic in San Juan can change quickly, so leave earlier than you think you need to, and allow time for check-in and security lines. Check-out is at 11 AM, so for a later flight ask in advance about leaving your bags.
Why stay in Condado?
Because the airport is so close, Condado makes an easy first and last stop. You can also reach Old San Juan in about 10 minutes by Uber. When you are settled, read our guides to Condado beaches and things to do and kiteboarding and wing foiling. If you are traveling for work, see working remotely from Condado.
FlipFlopFlat is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo that sleeps four, with two queen beds and a balcony with city and mountain views. When you are ready, book direct on flipflopflat.com and apply DIRECT10 for 10% off the nightly rate.