Flying from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Sao Paulo. Explore your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when searching for a flight from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ).
Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours behind Sao Paulo.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sao Paulo to MBJ, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MBJ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Sao Paulo to MBJ flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.8%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The journey to VCP from central Sao Paulo is around 3 hours 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Viracopos Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At VCP, that rate is 75.02%.
About Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MBJ if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Get your adventure underway 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 usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
₹ 18,007 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 39,814. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MBJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ). July is the peak month for travel to Montego Bay. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in May.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to MBJ flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 31ºC.
February has temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montego Bay
Start your Montego Bay trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Sangster International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Sandals Cay, Tropical Bliss and Coral Gardens Neighbourhood Beach are essential stops on your Montego Bay itinerary.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Jamaica you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay, a trip to Kingston will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains.
Spanish Town is another sought-after destination in Jamaica and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. No trip is complete without a visit to Eco Park, Wynter's Park and Serenity Park.
