Jamaica

Norman Manley 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 three major stations in town - the Downtown Transport Center, the ultra-modern Half-Way Tree Transport Center, or Cross Roads. You can catch buses across Kingston and Jamaica in general.

Time

GMT -5

Car 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

You can get a taxi from the airport to town. Look for metered taxis if you'd rather not bargain a flat rate, and be aware that the official taxis have red license plates. It is 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, duty-free storesand a good selection of stores.

Parking

Parking is available at the airport. It costs JMD 150 per hour, with a daily maximum of JMD 600.

Website www.nmia.aero

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 - 5

Car 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.

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 for JMD 150 per hour, and JMD 600 for 3-24 hours.

Departure tax

$27

Website www.mbjairport.com

Both the domestic and international terminals are located in one building and are within close proximity to each other.