Which Airlines Fly to Jamaica?
✓ Updated November 2026 for the 2026–2027 winter seasonJamaica is served by three international airports with scheduled passenger flights: Montego Bay (MBJ), Kingston (KIN) and Ocho Rios / Ian Fleming (OCJ). Use this guide to see which airlines fly to Jamaica, from which cities, and which airport fits your trip.
Important change: Spirit Airlines ended all flights in May 2026 and no longer serves Montego Bay or Kingston. Avelo’s Raleigh-Durham–Montego Bay route also ended in January 2026. If you held a booking with either airline, check the airline’s guidance on refunds.
How Jamaica’s airport system works
Most leisure travelers arrive through Sangster International Airport (MBJ), about 3 miles (4.8 km) east of Montego Bay. It’s Jamaica’s busiest airport, handling about 4.5 million passengers in 2025, and the most convenient choice for resorts on the north and west coasts.
Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) sits on the Palisadoes peninsula, about 19 km (12 miles) from New Kingston. It’s the hub for Caribbean Airlines, with a strong mix of Caribbean, North American and London service.
Ian Fleming International Airport (OCJ) in Boscobel, St. Mary, lies roughly 10–15 km east of Ocho Rios. It’s much smaller, with one scheduled international route.
Airlines that fly to Montego Bay (MBJ)
Jamaica’s main resort gateway and the island’s broadest international route network.
🇺🇸 United States
8 airlines🇨🇦 Canada
6 airlines🇪🇺 United Kingdom & Europe
7 airlines🌎 Latin America & Caribbean
8 airlinesAirlines that fly to Kingston (KIN)
The capital’s international airport, with strong Caribbean, North American and London links.
🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🇬🇧 North America & UK
7 airlines🌎 Caribbean & Latin America
7 airlinesAirlines that fly to Ocho Rios (OCJ)
Ian Fleming International Airport in Boscobel, a small north-coast airport with limited scheduled service.
Most travelers heading to Ocho Rios fly into Montego Bay instead, for far more flight choices, then transfer about 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 45 by road.
New and returning routes for winter 2026–2027
Porter Airlines launches seasonal Montego Bay flights from Toronto, Ottawa, London (Ontario) and Hamilton.
Air Canada resumes Halifax and Ottawa, and adds new Edmonton and Winnipeg service to Montego Bay.
Cayman Airways runs holiday flights between Grand Cayman and Montego Bay.
Breeze Airways begins Tampa–Montego Bay service.
Aeroméxico is scheduled to launch Mexico City–Montego Bay, a new direct link to Mexico.
Wingo added Medellín, and LIAT Air added Guadeloupe, to Montego Bay this year.
Quick airport comparison
| Airport | Best for | Route profile | Simple takeaway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montego Bay (MBJ) | MoBay, Rose Hall, Negril, Falmouth, north coast | U.S., Canada, UK, Europe, Latin America and Caribbean | Easiest choice for most resort vacations |
| Kingston (KIN) | Kingston, Blue Mountains, Port Royal, southeast | Caribbean hub with U.S., Toronto and London service | Best when your trip centers on the capital |
| Ocho Rios (OCJ) | Ocho Rios, Oracabessa, Port Antonio | One scheduled route from Miami | Useful only when its schedule fits your trip |
Which airport should you fly into?
Choose MBJ if…
You’re staying in Montego Bay, Rose Hall, Falmouth, Negril, Runaway Bay or Ocho Rios and want the most airline choice and competitive fares.
Choose KIN if…
You’re heading to Kingston, the Blue Mountains, Port Royal or the southeast, or connecting from elsewhere in the Caribbean.
Choose OCJ if…
American’s Miami flight fits your dates and you’re staying near Ocho Rios or Port Antonio. You’ll trade choice for a shorter drive.
Flights to Jamaica: frequently asked questions
Which airlines fly to Jamaica from the United States?
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United, Southwest, Frontier, Sun Country and, from December 2026, Breeze Airways fly nonstop from the U.S. to Montego Bay. American, Delta and JetBlue also serve Kingston, and American flies Miami to Ocho Rios. Some routes are seasonal.
Which airlines fly to Jamaica from Canada?
Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, Air Transat, WestJet, Flair and Porter fly to Montego Bay from cities including Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Halifax and Québec City. Kingston is served from Toronto by Air Canada Rouge, WestJet, Flair and Caribbean Airlines.
Can I fly direct to Jamaica from the UK or Europe?
Yes. Virgin Atlantic flies London Heathrow to Montego Bay, British Airways flies London Gatwick to Kingston, and TUI flies to Montego Bay from Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester and seasonally Glasgow. In Europe, TUI fly Netherlands, Condor, Edelweiss, Neos and World2fly offer direct or seasonal service to Montego Bay.
Does Spirit Airlines still fly to Jamaica?
No. Spirit Airlines wound down operations in May 2026 and cancelled all flights, including its Montego Bay and Kingston routes. Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and Breeze are the main low-cost alternatives from the U.S.
Which Jamaica airport is best for Negril or Ocho Rios?
Montego Bay (MBJ) is best for Negril, about 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 30 by road. For Ocho Rios, MBJ offers far more flights, with a drive of about 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 45; Ian Fleming (OCJ) is closer but only has American’s Miami route.