Flying from Dubai to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): What you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) heading out from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is nine hours behind Dubai.
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 plenty of time to board your flight from Dubai to MBJ.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to MBJ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Sangster International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to MBJ flight:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Sangster International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MBJ:
Grab a Sangster International Airport rental car and explore Montego Bay and beyond with your own wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Sangster International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
At the moment, C$787 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Sangster International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,814. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to MBJ if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Dubai to Sangster International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Sangster International Airport (MBJ). July is the most popular month to visit Montego Bay. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in May.
The warmest month in Montego Bay is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Dubai to MBJ flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Sangster International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Montego Bay
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Sangster International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montego Bay:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sandals Cay, Tropical Bliss and Coral Gardens Neighbourhood Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Montego Bay.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've visited Montego Bay, now it's time to explore other parts of Jamaica. Travel around 129 kilometres south-east to Kingston to tick off its top attractions. From Bob Marley museum to Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay, Spanish Town is another favourite stop in Jamaica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Eco Park, Wynter's Park and Serenity Park.