Flying from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 1 hour ahead of Montego Bay.
The busiest route is from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Choose from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MBJ to BWI is the 11:55 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 16:05 with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from MBJ to Washington DC, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC. Start your journey at MBJ and end it at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MBJ to Washington DC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
When travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Jamaica. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC.
Central Montego Bay to MBJ is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 12 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MBJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Washington DC
$293 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $429. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MBJ to Washington DC.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 43 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
As soon as your flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After your flight from MBJ to Washington DC, rest your head at a hotel near IAD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Washington DC, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from MBJ to Washington DC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Sangster International Airport to Washington DC:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.
Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental
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