Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
Montego Bay's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Durham.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your RDU to MBJ flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Montego Bay (and then seeing more of Jamaica!) is easy with Breeze Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Breeze Airways on this route.
Avelo Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for RDU to MBJ flights, with 80.0% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and MBJ:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight is 133 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 309 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to MBJ, reserve your journey 11 months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RDU to MBJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MBJ instead:
Follow your own route with a Montego Bay Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and chase adventure across Montego Bay and beyond.
Booking your ride from Montego Bay Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
From Montego Bay Airport, Montego Bay is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
December is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Montego Bay in September.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montego Bay Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to MBJ in February. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Jamaica
Kingston is just one of the many cities in Jamaica waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Montego Bay. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains.
If you want to check out another major destination in Jamaica, consider Spanish Town, roughly 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. First Iron Bridge In The Caribbean, St. Jago De La Vega Cathedral and People's Museum of Craft & Technology are among the biggest draws.