Travelling from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) jetting off from here.
Jump on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 47 minutes.
The timezone in Montego Bay is UTC-5, which is 1 hour behind Philadelphia. Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay.
The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ), with 10 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to MBJ is the 08:20 American Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 10:40 with American Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to MBJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're flying during a peak month like August, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Go straight to your destination from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Direct flights from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) are available from here.
Frontier Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport departing from PHL.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Philadelphia to MBJ that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PHL and MBJ include:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is roughly 19 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MBJ:
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport to the centre of Montego Bay is about 12 minutes by car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
C$225 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport. Return flights start from C$494. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Philadelphia to MBJ.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to Montego Bay. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Schedule your flight from Philadelphia to MBJ for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Montego Bay to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montego Bay
Start your Montego Bay trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Sangster International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Sam Sharpe Square and Hip Strip are just two of the major attractions to put on your Montego Bay to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Montego Bay Yacht Club.
Complete your Montego Bay trip with a car rental
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