San Juan, Puerto Rico → Havana, Cuba · ✈ 2h 42min · 🚗 28h 42min
954 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from San Juan to Havana is 1,766 km (1,097 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 42min.
The straight-line distance from San Juan, Puerto Rico to Havana, Cuba is approximately 1,766 kilometers (1,097 miles or 954 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Havana is located northwest of San Juan. San Juan is in North America, in the San Juan region of Puerto Rico, while Havana is in North America, in Havana, Cuba. Both cities are in North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,766 km | ~2h 42min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,296 km | ~28h 42min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~2,119 km | ~17h 40min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from San Juan to Havana. For 1,766 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,296 km, fuel costs for driving from San Juan to Havana are approximately $184–$344 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
San Juan is a major city in Puerto Rico with a population of approximately 318,441. Located in the San Juan region, it is an important hub in North America. Despite its smaller size, San Juan plays an important regional role in Puerto Rico and attracts visitors year-round.
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Havana is a notable city in Cuba with a population of approximately 2,141,000. Situated in the Havana region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Havana offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Cuba.
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1,766 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,766 km between San Juan and Havana means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.9 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 42min.
The straight-line distance from San Juan to Havana is approximately 1,766 kilometers (1,097 miles, 954 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 42min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 28h 42min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Havana is approximately -1h behind compared to San Juan.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,296 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,766 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.