Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Montego Bay is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Ottawa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to MBJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight is Rs47,642. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs88,274. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from YOW to MBJ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Sangster International Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near YOW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Sangster International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Sangster International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MBJ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sangster International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and explore beyond Montego Bay's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sangster International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport to central Montego Bay has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
February is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Sangster International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Montego Bay in May.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Sangster International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 31ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YOW to MBJ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've seen Montego Bay, now it's time to discover other corners of Jamaica. Journey around 129 kilometres south-east to Kingston to tick off its popular sights. From Devon House to Blue Mountains and Emancipation Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Spanish Town is another must-experience destination in Jamaica and is around 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. No journey is complete without dropping by Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate.
