Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Montego Bay is six hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your ZRH to MBJ flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
Right now, Rs120,700 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs189,851. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZRH to MBJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport to Montego Bay Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZRH to MBJ.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Montego Bay Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MBJ if you have a late Zurich Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Montego Bay Airport rental car and discover Montego Bay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Montego Bay Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Montego Bay Airport to central Montego Bay has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Montego Bay Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Montego Bay. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Montego Bay is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Montego Bay Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to MBJ in February. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Jamaica you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay, a visit to Kingston will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Jamaica, consider Spanish Town, roughly 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. First Iron Bridge In The Caribbean, St. Jago De La Vega Cathedral and People's Museum of Craft & Technology are among the biggest draws.