Travelling from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to San Juan: what you need to know
Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay. Following the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is one hour ahead of Montego Bay.
To avoid missing your MBJ to San Juan flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MBJ to San Juan with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
MBJ is around 3 kilometres from central Montego Bay. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MBJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sangster International Airport to San Juan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74.59% of flights departing from Sangster International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to San Juan
The best price we've seen for a one-way Sangster International Airport to San Juan flight is ج.م. 8,557. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 13,258. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from MBJ to San Juan, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Sangster International Airport to San Juan ticket.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is around 8 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel close to SJU if you're coming in on a late flight from Sangster International Airport to San Juan. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Luis Munoz Marin International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and see more of San Juan and beyond.
Booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from MBJ to San Juan can help you secure the lowest rate.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Once your flight from Sangster International Airport to San Juan has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central San Juan is roughly 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SIG. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MBJ to San Juan flight:
Best time to go to San Juan
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Sangster International Airport to San Juan. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to San Juan in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your Sangster International Airport to San Juan flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MBJ to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in San Juan right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Sangster International Airport to San Juan:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. La Garita del morro de san juan bahia, Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Fortaleza Street are top sights which should feature on any good San Juan itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla is just one of the many places in Puerto Rico waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Juan. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include El Parterre, Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena and Bandera de los Reyes Magos.
Around 105 kilometres west of San Juan, Isabela is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. No visit is complete without checking out Amarillo Mango, Urb. Llanos Piscina Park and Noches de Artesania.
