Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Cancun and Montego Bay are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CUN to MBJ flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CUN and MBJ:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Currently, $213 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $499. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from CUN to MBJ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
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Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
When it comes to Cancun International Airport's on-time performance, 72.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
Cancun International Airport is around 12 miles from central Cancun. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CUN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Reserve a hotel close to MBJ if you're taking a late Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Sangster International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and venture far and wide through Montego Bay and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sangster International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
From Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay is approximately 2 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
February is the most popular month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Montego Bay in May.
Before locking in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Sangster International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with the temperature ranging from 77ºF to 88ºF.
February has average temperatures of between 72ºF and 82ºF. Look for cheap tickets from CUN to MBJ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've seen Montego Bay, now it's time to discover more of Jamaica. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Kingston to tick off its leading sights. From Devon House to Blue Mountains and Emancipation Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Spanish Town is another essential stop in Jamaica and is around 70 miles south-east of Montego Bay. No journey is complete without experiencing Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate.