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Flights to Jamaica
Seven Mile Beach, waterfalls you can climb, the Blue Mountains and the music of Bob Marley. Non-stop flights from the UK take around ten hours.
Planning a trip to Jamaica
Jamaica Travel Guide for UK Travellers
Flights to Jamaica from the UK take around ten hours. Virgin Atlantic flies to Montego Bay from Heathrow, TUI flies there from Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham, and British Airways flies from Gatwick to the capital, Kingston, making it easy to reach either end of the island.
Montego Bay or Kingston?
Montego Bay (MBJ), on the north coast, is the main airport for beach holidays, with Negril about an hour and a half to the west and Ocho Rios about the same distance east. Kingston (KIN), on the south coast, is the capital and the gateway to the Blue Mountains and Port Royal, and it suits travellers visiting family. Roads crossing the island are winding, so allow plenty of time if you fly into one airport and stay near the other.
Airlines and UK departure points
Virgin Atlantic flies to Montego Bay from Heathrow, with extra flights from Manchester in some seasons. TUI flies to Montego Bay from Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham, mainly for holiday packages. British Airways flies from Gatwick to Kingston. From other UK airports, connections run via London or through US hubs such as Miami.
A shared story with Britain
The Taíno people lived on the island before Spanish settlers arrived, and England seized Jamaica in 1655. Enslaved Africans were forced to work on sugar plantations until slavery was abolished in the 1830s. Jamaica became independent in 1962 and remains in the Commonwealth. From 1948, many Jamaicans came to Britain as part of the Windrush generation, and today there are strong family ties between the two countries.
Entry, money and time
British visitors don't need a visa for tourist stays, but must complete an immigration form and have a return ticket. Your passport must be valid for the length of your stay. The Jamaican dollar is the local currency, and US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas. Jamaica is five hours behind the UK in winter and six in summer. Check current UK government travel advice and your insurance before you go.
When to go
December to April is the driest season, with highs around 30°C and cooling breezes. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with lower prices but a higher chance of storms. Cars drive on the left, as in the UK.
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Your questions about flying to Jamaica
Which UK airports fly direct to Jamaica?
Heathrow and Gatwick, with Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and TUI, plus Manchester and Birmingham with TUI and seasonal Virgin Atlantic flights.
Is it better to fly into Kingston or Montego Bay?
Montego Bay for the north coast resorts of Negril, Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. Kingston for the capital, the Blue Mountains and the south coast.
Do they drive on the left in Jamaica?
Yes, as in the UK. Roads can be narrow and winding, so many visitors use transfers or drivers.
How long does it take to drive from Montego Bay to Kingston?
Around three and a half hours via the north coast and the toll road across the island.
Can I visit the Bob Marley Museum?
Yes. It's in his former home on Hope Road in Kingston, with guided tours. His birthplace at Nine Mile, in the hills of St Ann, can be visited from Ocho Rios.
Which months are driest in Jamaica?
December to April is dry and sunny, with temperatures in the high 20s and low 30s and cooler evenings in the hills.
What currency should I take to Jamaica?
The Jamaican dollar is the local currency, but US dollars are accepted in most tourist areas. Cards work in resorts and larger shops.
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