Houston to Kingston (IAH–KIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–KIN has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Kingston from Houston
| Metric | IAH→KIN | AUS→KIN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 2m | 2h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · KIN: EST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Kingston.
US passport holders enter Jamaica visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. Complete the online C5 Immigration and Customs form at enterjamaica.com before arrival. At Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) in Kingston or Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, immigration reviews your C5 form QR code and stamps your passport.
Jamaica does not charge a separate tourist tax at the airport: the tourism enhancement fee is included in your airline ticket. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) in Kingston or Montego Bay. Montego Bay is the main resort and cruise port. Negril, Ocho Rios, and Port Antonio spread along the north and west coasts. Kingston is the cultural and musical capital: the Bob Marley Museum, Devon House, and the live music scene draw visitors to the south coast.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to Montego Bay run about 1 hour 45 minutes on American Airlines, JetBlue, and Caribbean Airlines. New York JFK to MBJ runs about 3 hours 45 minutes. Direct service also operates from Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Dallas, Houston, and Los Angeles. Jamaica uses the Jamaican dollar (JMD), trading at roughly 157 JMD per $1. US dollars are accepted at hotels, resorts, and tourist businesses. ATMs dispense JMD and are common in towns. Card payments work at most tourist-facing businesses. Route taxis and minibuses run between towns for JMD 200 to JMD 500 ($1.30 to $3.20). JUTA and JCAL licensed taxis operate from airports at fixed rates posted on signs.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–KIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to KIN
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
IAH to KIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to KIN is about 5 hours 2 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,434 miles (2,307 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Lynden Pindling and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).