Travelling from Medellin to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) out of here.
Montego Bay's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Medellin. Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Medellin to MBJ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to MBJ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
MDE is about 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Sangster International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, data shows 69.76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can get to EOH from central Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to MBJ flight:
About Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
If you have a late flight from Medellin to Sangster International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MBJ:
Grab 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 popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Sangster International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
At the moment, R 4,925 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Sangster International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,362. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Medellin to MBJ, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Medellin to Sangster International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Montego Bay. July is when most people book flights from Medellin to Sangster International Airport (MBJ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Montego Bay is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Medellin to MBJ plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Sangster International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Montego Bay
Start your Montego Bay trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Sangster International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Montego Bay when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Sandals Cay followed by Tropical Bliss and Coral Gardens Neighbourhood Beach.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay is easy to fall in love with, 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 well-known 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.