Sangster International Airport serves Montego Bay, the heart of Jamaican beach tourism, approximately 3 km from the city center.
It is the main access point to the all-inclusive resorts of the north coast, including Montego Bay itself, Negril, and Ocho Rios.
How to get to Sangster International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MBJ
Parking near Sangster International Airport
The official parking is located right in front of the terminal.
Rates are generally reasonable compared to international standards.
How to get to Montego Bay from MBJ
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Montego Bay: MBJ Airport Shuttle Bus Transfer to Hotels
Montego Bay Airport Transportation to Negril
From Montego Bay: MBJ Airport to Negril Private Transfer
Montego Bay Airport Transfer: RIU Resorts Montego Bay
Car rental at Sangster International Airport
The major car rental companies are present with their own desks in the arrivals area.
Bring your driving license, passport, and credit card; remember that in Jamaica you drive on the left.
Hotels near Sangster International Airport
Ironshore
From 2 to 10 minutes by car depending on the exact part of Ironshore; many properties offer a paid airport pickup on request.
Best for: Anyone arriving late, leaving early, or who prefers a condo with private security a few minutes from the terminal.
- The neighbourhood closest to the terminal among all of Montego Bay's residential areas
- Gated communities with private security, convenient for families with heavy luggage
- A residential area with no sidewalks or venues: dinner requires a car or a taxi
- The neighbourhood is cut through by the coastal highway, not very suited to anyone who wants to walk to the sea
Recommended hotels
- 2 BDR Apt #1 at Ramparts Near Sangster Airport In the Ramparts complex, on a dead-end residential street about 2 km from the terminal: among the closest accommodations to the airport in all of Montego Bay. View availability
- Falcon Bay - Airport Pickup Available - Gated-Security In the Falcon complex in Ironshore, about 7 km from the airport; airport pickup available on request for an extra charge, with security around the clock. View availability
Rose Hall
About 10 km from the airport, 15 minutes by car or the free shuttle included in many all-inclusive packages.
Best for: Anyone who wants one of the big all-inclusive beach resorts, accepting a 15-20 minute transfer from the airport.
- Among the widest beaches on the north coast, with the Cinnamon Hill Golf Course and the Rose Hall lighthouse nearby
- Self-contained resorts, convenient for anyone who doesn't want to arrange meals or activities outside the property
- An area built around resorts, with little to do on foot outside the properties' gates
- Reaching downtown and the Hip Strip on Gloucester Avenue still requires a taxi
Recommended hotels
- Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall - Adults Only - All Inclusive Adults-only all-inclusive resort on Rose Hall beach, about 10 km from the airport; among the area's most award-winning resorts according to reviews. View availability
- Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall - All Inclusive The family version of the same Hyatt complex at Rose Hall, same beach and same distance from the airport as its adults-only sister property. View availability
- Marriott SeaCastles E22, Montego Bay Condominium with public beach along the Rose Hall strip, about 12 km from the airport; its own shuttle to Sangster available on request. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is well organized for the strong charter and scheduled tourism traffic bound for north coast resorts.
For international flights, it's recommended to arrive at least 3 hours in advance, especially in high season.
Map of Sangster International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How much does a taxi cost from Sangster to Negril?
Roughly 70-120 USD with the fixed rates of authorized taxis (JUTA/JCAL), to be agreed at the official counter just outside customs.
Q. How do you get to the north coast resorts from the airport?
Generally by authorized taxi with a fixed fare per destination, or with a private shuttle organized directly by the resort at the time of booking.
Q. Is it best to avoid unofficial taxi drivers at Sangster?
Yes, it's recommended to use only the official JUTA or JCAL counters just outside customs, where the rates are fixed and transparent.
Q. How far is Ocho Rios from Montego Bay airport?
About 1.5-2 hours by car, with a fixed-rate taxi of about 100 USD for 1-3 people.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
