Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport.
Montego Bay is six hours behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your AMS to MBJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Montego Bay (and then discovering more of Jamaica!) is a cinch with TUIfly Netherlands. This popular carrier has direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport.
TUIfly Netherlands is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between AMS and MBJ include:
Frankfurt Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport flight is £200. A return ticket right now is £442. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from AMS to MBJ by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from AMS to MBJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Consider booking a hotel near MBJ if you're catching a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sangster International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and discover more of Montego Bay and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sangster International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport to the centre of Montego Bay has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 2 miles away.
When to fly to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport is May, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Montego Bay based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sangster International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to MBJ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Jamaica waiting to be explored. Around 80 miles south-east of Montego Bay, a trip to Kingston will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Devon House, Blue Mountains and Emancipation Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Jamaica, consider Spanish Town, about 70 miles south-east of Montego Bay. Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate are key highlights.