Flying from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Montego Bay is one hour behind Wilmington and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Your ILM to MBJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines 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 Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ILM and MBJ:
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
$292 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $473. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ILM to MBJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
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Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
79.81% of flights that leave from Wilmington International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Wilmington to Wilmington International Airport is around 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ILM:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
If you're coming in on a late Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MBJ:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sangster International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and chase adventure across Montego Bay and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve 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 to the center of Montego Bay has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 2 miles away.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Montego Bay. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Sangster International Airport for August if you want to visit Montego Bay during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 77ºF and 88ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from ILM to MBJ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 72ºF and 82ºF on average.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Jamaica you should also see. Around 80 miles south-east of Montego Bay, a trip to Kingston will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Devon House, Blue Mountains and Emancipation Park.
If you want to check out another great destination in Jamaica, consider Spanish Town, about 70 miles south-east of Montego Bay. Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate are the start of reasons to visit.