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Airports in Jamaica
Kingston International Airport
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) south east of Kingston.
Kingston International Airport (KIN)
Location
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) south east of Kingston.Getting to the city
There's a good, extensive government-run public bus network across Kingston, with the three major stations in town being the Downtown Transport Center, the ultra-modern Half-Way Tree Transport Center, and Cross Roads. Passengers can catch buses across Kingston and Jamaica in general.
Time
GMT -5Car rental
Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Hertz and Island Car Rentals. Their desks are in the Ground Transportation Hall.
Airport Taxis
Passengers can get a taxi from the airport to town and should look for metered taxis if they would rather not bargain a flat rate. They should also bear in mind that the official taxis have red license plates. It's best to arrange a taxi in advance.
Facilities
Facilities include ATMs, currency exchange, lounges, baby-changing facilities, wheelchair assistance, a health centre (in the arrivals area), cafes and restaurants, and duty-free stores.
Parking
Parking is available at the airport.
Sangster International Airport
The airport is located two miles (3km) northeast of Montego Bay.
Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Location
The airport is located two miles (3km) northeast of Montego Bay.Getting to the city
Hotel Shuttles, taxis and Intra-island Airlines are located in the Ground Transportation Arrivals Hall outside the Customs area. Many hotels will organise airport shuttles for guests.
Time
Local time is GMT - 5Car rental
Car rental companies at Sangster International Airport include Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Avis and Island Car Rental.
Airport Taxis
There are two taxi companies operating at Sangster International Airport: JUTA and JCAL. They can be booked at the Authorised Airport Taxi desk located just outside the Customs exit.
Transfer between terminals
Both the domestic and international terminals are located in one building and are within close proximity to each other.
Facilities
There are ATMs, currency exchange facilities, lost and found facilities, business lounges offering fax, photocopy and internet facilities, childcare amenities, police station, a smoking lounge, a tourist information service, a number of restaurants and beverage stands, and dozens of shops, including duty-free.
Parking
Parking is available at the airport.