PHX
Phoenix
5h 07m direct
MBJ
Montego Bay
from $249
Cheapest one-way fare
8
Airlines on this route
2341 mi
Great-circle distance
5h 07m
Typical flight time
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Route summary

Phoenix Sky Harbor to Sangster International

2341 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 5h 07m with 8 airlines operating direct service from Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) to Sangster International (MBJ). Cheapest fares are usually in January (around $249 return), with peak prices in August (around $747). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.

About this corridor

Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor

Arriving in Montego Bay

Sangster International in Montego Bay is Jamaica's main tourist airport, 5 km east of central Montego Bay and within 2 hours' drive of Negril and Ocho Rios. Knutsford Express bus and resort shuttles handle most arriving traffic. Fares from US East Coast cities peak December–April (US winter escapes); the cheapest months are September–November despite hurricane risk.

All airlines on this route

Who flies PHX to MBJ?

Airline IATA Flight time Cabin
American AirlinesAA5h 07mEconomy
Southwest AirlinesWN5h 07mEconomy
Delta Air LinesDL5h 07mEconomy
United AirlinesUA5h 07mEconomy
Alaska AirlinesAS5h 07mEconomy
JetBlue AirwaysB65h 07mEconomy
Spirit AirlinesNK5h 07mEconomy
Frontier AirlinesF95h 07mEconomy

8 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.

Price calendar — 12 months

Best time to fly PHX→MBJ

Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.

Jan
$249
Feb
$320
Mar
$391
Apr
$462
May
$534
Jun
$605
Jul
$676
Aug
$747
Sep
$647
Oct
$548
Nov
$448
Dec
$349

Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Phoenix to Montego Bay FAQs

How long is a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Montego Bay? +

Direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) to Sangster International (MBJ) take approximately 5h 07m for the 2341-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.

What's the cheapest month to fly PHX–MBJ? +

January is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $249. August is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.

Which airlines fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Montego Bay? +

8 carriers operate direct service from Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) to Sangster International (MBJ): American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 3 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — American Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.

Do I need a visa to visit Jamaica? +

Visa-free for US passport holders up to 90 days. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.

How far is Sangster International from Montego Bay centre? +

Sangster International (MBJ) is the primary international airport for Montego Bay. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.

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