Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Jamaica

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From New York to Jamaica

Which airlines flying from New York to Jamaica have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from New York to Jamaica that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are JetBlue, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Can I find flights from New York to Jamaica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Jamaica for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Caribbean Airlines for just $282, but on average you can expect to pay $327.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to Jamaica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to Jamaica under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to Jamaica is less than $352.

Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Jamaica for under $400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Jamaica within the next 7 days for less than $400.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Jamaica one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $122 on Caribbean Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $138 and Spirit Airlines from $144 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Jamaica?

When booking a flight from New York to Jamaica, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Air Canada or Aeromexico as they are the most popular for this route.

What are the most popular routes from New York to Jamaica?

When deciding which route to take from New York to Jamaica consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Montego Bay Sangster Intl, Newark - Montego Bay Sangster Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Kingston Norman Manley as they are the most popular.

What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Jamaica?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to Jamaica on time: KLM (100%), Delta (89%), Virgin Atlantic (89%).

What are the cheapest flights from New York to Jamaica?

The cheapest flight price from New York to Jamaica is $142. On average you can expect to pay $858. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Montego Bay Sangster Intl), can usually be booked for $282.

How long is the flight from New York City to Jamaica?

Your nonstop flight from New York City to Montego Bay, Jamaica should take a little over three and a half hours. If you're landing in Kingston, your flight will take just a few minutes longer.

Which airlines operate flights from New York City to Jamaica?

JetBlue, Delta and Caribbean Airlines connect you directly from JFK to either Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay or Norman Manley Airport in Kingston. United can fly you to Montego Bay from Newark Liberty International Airport.

How frequent are flights between New York City and Jamaica?

You have a choice of five nonstop flights each day from JFK to Montego Bay and four flights to Kingston. Two flights connect Newark to Montego Bay each day. All flights leave in the morning.

Which airports serve New York City to Jamaica?

Only two of New York's three airports connect you nonstop to Jamaica: John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. When you land in Montego Bay, you're heading to the Sangster International Airport, and Norman Manley Airport serves you in Kingston, Jamaica.

Which direct flight route between New York City and Jamaica is cheapest?

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How busy are the airports in New York and Jamaica?

There are up to three airports that serve New York to Jamaica flights, all of which are in proximity to each other. The three airports include LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, which is the hub for American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, and John F. Kennedy International Airport which is the most popular one as well as the busiest international air passenger gateway into North America. When landing in Jamaica, the two options you have are Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay and Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) in Kingston, Jamaica’s capital city. Out of the two, Sangster International Airport is the busier one with an average of four million annual passengers while Norman Manley handles around 1.5 million passengers every year.

Which airlines fly directly from New York to Jamaica?

Caribbean Airlines and United Airlines are the two most popular airlines providing direct flights to Jamaica from New York. As you would expect, the amenities provided by each airline are different as Caribbean Airlines only offers wireless internet and there’s a chance of you getting a USB outlet. United Airlines, on the other hand, offers an abundance of amenities such as wireless internet, power outlets, entertainment in the form of screens, and also premium snacks. It is also worth pointing out that JetBlue also offers direct flights along this route but they are not as frequent as those by United Airlines and Caribbean Airlines.

What are the stopover options between New York to Jamaica?

When flying to Jamaica from New York, passengers have a few stopover options in case they would prefer a connecting flight. However, all stopovers tend to be in Florida due to the nature of the flight route. Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami is arguably the most popular one of them all, with the other ones being Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), also in Miami, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando. It is worth pointing out that for some connecting flights, honors are on the passenger to check themselves as well as their luggage on every flight so it is important to check your flight details to avoid any inconveniences.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from New York to Jamaica?

When your flight to Jamaica from New York lands, you will be required to show a valid passport to be allowed entry into Jamaica. The passport should not have an expiry date before your planned date of departure and should have at least one blank page to accommodate immigration stamps. You should also show that you are able to handle yourself financially with the currency restrictions placed. As for visa requirements, American citizens do not need a visa to be allowed entry, however, this only applies to those who will be staying in the country for less than 90 days.