1 airline flies nonstop from Newark Liberty International Airport to Sangster International Airport. Newark Liberty International Airport (New York) to Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | MBJ Sangster International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 4.5 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | JUTA and JCAL taxis share a desk in the ground transportation arrivals hall; fares to Montego Bay start around US$15 | about 15m | from about US$15 |
| Shuttle | Hotel and tour operator courtesy shuttles wait in the ground transportation area for guests | – | – |
US citizens need a valid passport and the electronic C-5 immigration and customs declaration; no visa is needed for stays up to 90 days.
Montego Bay is the same time as New York in January and 1 hour behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Montego Bay uses the Jamaican dollar (JMD).
Read the Montego Bay guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, United Airlines flies this route nonstop.
About 1,549 miles (2,493 km) between the airports.
Montego Bay is the same time as New York in January and 1 hour behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens need a valid passport and the electronic C-5 immigration and customs declaration; no visa is needed for stays up to 90 days.
JUTA and JCAL taxis share a desk in the ground transportation arrivals hall; fares to Montego Bay start around US$15, about 15 minutes, from about US$15.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.