Flying from Sarasota Airport (SRQ) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Montego Bay's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Sarasota.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SRQ to MBJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SRQ and MBJ include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarasota Airport (SRQ) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
194 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. A return flight starts from 509 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SRQ to MBJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SRQ to MBJ.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
Handy information about Sarasota Airport (SRQ)
SRQ's address is 6000 Airport Circle.
Sarasota Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SRQ arrive at their destination on time.
Sarasota Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sarasota. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SRQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MBJ instead:
Grab a Montego Bay 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 you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Montego Bay Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Montego Bay Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Montego Bay. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport is September, while December is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Montego Bay based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Sarasota Airport to Montego Bay Airport, think about the kind 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, search for a cheap ticket from SRQ to MBJ in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've visited Montego Bay, now it's time to explore other corners of Jamaica. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Kingston to check off its must-visit sights. From Bob Marley museum to Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Spanish Town is another favourite destination in Jamaica and is around 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. No journey is complete without seeing First Iron Bridge In The Caribbean, St. Jago De La Vega Cathedral and People's Museum of Craft & Technology.