Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Montego Bay's timezone is UTC-5, making Montego Bay two hours ahead of San Diego.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SAN to MBJ flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and MBJ:
Miami International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight is ₹ 16,147. A return ticket right now is ₹ 36,553. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAN to MBJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SAN:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
If you're getting in on a late San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near MBJ:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sangster International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and explore beyond Montego Bay's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sangster International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Montego Bay. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
February is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Montego Bay in May.
When booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Sangster International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to MBJ in February. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've seen Montego Bay, now it's time to discover other parts of Jamaica. Journey around 129 kilometres south-east to Kingston to tick off its top sights. From Devon House to Blue Mountains and Emancipation Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Jamaica, head for Spanish Town, roughly 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate are the start of reasons to visit.