New York to Montego Bay (JFK–MBJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–MBJ is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,549 miles in approximately 3h 56m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 12 | 320 | 3h56-4h01 | – | QR | |
| AA American Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 4h09 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: KL, VS | 7 | 738 | 4h07 | SkyTeam | KL, VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Montego Bay from New York
| Metric | JFK→MBJ | EWR→MBJ | HPN→MBJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 56m | 4h 1m | 2h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · MBJ: EST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Montego Bay.
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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–MBJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to MBJ
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Sangster International Airport (MBJ) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to MBJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to MBJ ranges from 3 hours 56 minutes to 4 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,549 miles (2,493 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 76 return, totaling 125 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via HPN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).