Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Montego Bay is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your RDU to MBJ flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and MBJ:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Currently, RM513 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,211. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to MBJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU reach their destination on time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MBJ instead:
Grab a Sangster International Airport rental car and explore Montego Bay and beyond with your own wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Sangster International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
From Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Montego Bay. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Montego Bay is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sangster International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to MBJ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
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