Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Montego Bay is two hours ahead of San Jose and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJC 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'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SJC and MBJ:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Right now, R 6,348 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,010. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SJC to MBJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
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Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from SJC.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SJC:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Book a hotel close to MBJ if you're on a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Sangster International Airport rental car and explore Montego Bay and beyond with your own wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Sangster International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Montego Bay. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Montego Bay. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Sangster International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SJC to MBJ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
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