Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Montego Bay is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of San Jose.
Leave plenty of time to make your SJO to MBJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SJO and MBJ include:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight is 163 €. A return ticket right now is 464 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SJO to MBJ, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SJO to MBJ.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, 79.83% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Juan Santamaria International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SJO:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Consider booking a hotel near MBJ if you have a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Sangster International Airport rental car and discover Montego Bay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Sangster International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
From Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Montego Bay. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Sangster International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SJO to MBJ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've visited Montego Bay, now it's time to discover other parts of Jamaica. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Kingston to check off its must-visit sights. From Devon House to Blue Mountains and Emancipation Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay, Spanish Town is another essential stop in Jamaica. Experience major highlights starting with Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate.
