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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Jamaica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Montego Bay
Montego Bay1 stop$335
Kingston
Kingston1 stop$482
Montego Bay
Montego Bay1 stop$335
Kingston
Kingston1 stop$482
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica are running about 8% higher than they were around this time last year, averaging $579 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica on KAYAK in the last week:

• Montego Bay Sangster Intl (MBJ) from $335
• Kingston Norman Manley (KIN) from $482
• Ocho Rios Boscobel (OCJ) from $627

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

January is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $482. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $718.

When is the best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

Book your flights 7 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 17% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Jamaica is the cheapest to fly to from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Jamaica are:

• Montego Bay Sangster Intl (MBJ) from $555
• Kingston Norman Manley (KIN) from $615
• Ocho Rios Boscobel (OCJ) from $798

What’s the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

Monday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica, while Friday is the most expensive. Fares run about 14% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Jamaica during the night with average prices of $573. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $612.

Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Montego Bay

Your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    Yes. Fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $463 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica have ranged from $463 to $739.

  • What are the main airports serving Jamaica?

    Jamaica has 3 airports. The three busiest are Montego Bay Sangster Intl (MBJ) (59% of arrivals), Kingston Norman Manley (KIN) (41%) and Ocho Rios Boscobel (OCJ) (0%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 4 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • JetBlue
    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • Caribbean Airlines

  • Where in Jamaica can I fly nonstop from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to two destinations: Montego Bay and Kingston.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica average $591 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) from $522
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from $528
    • Port of Spain Piarco Intl (POS) from $550

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    Nonstop flights take 4h 04m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 3h 50m, from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Kingston Norman Manley (KIN).

  • How often are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica delayed and what's the average delay?

    28% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 2h 24m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    On flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Jamaica?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in Jamaica include:

    • Doctor's Cave Bathing Club
    • Cornwall Beach
    • AquaSol Theme Park
    • Fort Montego Craft Market

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica?

    The earliest nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica departs at 2:50 am and the latest departs at 11:39 pm. Nonstop flights take about 4h 04m.

  • Is it necessary to obtain a visa before I fly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jamaica?

    If you are traveling to Jamaica on vacation and plan to stay there for less than 90 days, there is no need to get a visa before your trip. If you do plan on traveling for any other purpose or you are going to stay for more than 90 days, it is best to visit the website of the Jamaican Passport, Immigration, and Citizenship Agency to obtain the proper visa before your trip.

  • What do I need to know about child car seat laws in Jamaica before I depart from my arrival airport in Jamaica?

    The only law regarding child car seats in Jamaica is that any child four years of age and younger must travel in a car seat. Because laws are so limited in this country, the chances of being able to rent a car seat when you arrive in the country might be limited. That is why it is always a good idea for parents to bring their own car seat with them for travel to Jamaica.

  • What is a good choice for a sustainable airline on the New York (JFK) to Jamaica route?

    Delta Air Lines is committed to sustainability, implementing eco-friendly practices to reduce its environmental impact. The airline invests in fuel-efficient aircraft, emphasizes waste reduction and recycling, and supports carbon offset programs. Delta's dedication to sustainability extends to community initiatives, such as environmental conservation projects. Delta Air Lines strives to promote responsible and eco-conscious practices within the aviation industry through these efforts.

  • What are some reasons to upgrade to first class when traveling on American Airlines?

    Upgrading to first class on American Airlines from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jamaica offers a premium travel experience. Passengers enjoy spacious seating, gourmet dining, and personalized service. Exclusive perks like priority boarding and access to lounges enhance the journey, making it more comfortable and enjoyable. With upgraded in-flight amenities, the first-class experience ensures a refined and luxurious travel encounter for passengers on this route.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 7 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 17% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for January when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Monday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Friday cost about 14% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If arriving on time matters more than price, consider flying with one of the most punctual airlines on this route: American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue and Caribbean Airlines.
  • If you're looking to save, Montego Bay Sangster Intl (MBJ) is the cheapest airport to fly into from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Montego Bay, which is the most popular destination in Jamaica. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Negril, Ocho Rios and Kingston.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Jamaica nonstop route. If you'd rather save money, the route via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is usually the cheapest.
  • Quite a few travelers going to Jamaica from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will fly to the Norman Manley International Airport (KIN). You can travel on this route nonstop aboard Caribbean Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JetBlue.
  • One of the best ways to get from the center of New York to the John F. Kennedy International Airport is to travel from Penn Station aboard a variety of trains offered by the Long Island Rail Road, which can get you to the airport in about 30 minutes.
  • Passengers that would like to fly to the Sangster International Airport (MBJ) from John F. Kennedy International Airport find that American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JetBlue all offer nonstop flights on this route.
  • Passengers traveling aboard JetBlue from John F. Kennedy International Airport will be excited to learn that a great place to wait for their flight to Jamaica is on the JetBlue Rooftop Terrace, which has a location in Terminal 5.
  • When traveling early in the morning to Jamaica from John F. Kennedy International Airport, a better option than making an early morning commute might be to stay at the TWA hotel that offers AirTrain access to the terminal building.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from John F Kennedy Intl to Jamaica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from John F Kennedy Intl to Jamaica? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Caribbean AirlinesOverall score based on 231 reviews
6.6Entertainment
6.8Food
7.8Comfort
8.3Crew
8.0Boarding
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Delayed for three hours. This seems to be CAL’s MO when flights aren’t filled until they fill it. Business class is nice but not luxe like other airlines. Lots of space and amazing staff.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Mar 2026
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Delayed for three hours. This seems to be CAL’s MO when flights aren’t filled until they fill it. Business class is nice but not luxe like other airlines. Lots of space and amazing staff.

There was no flight. They canceled the flight with no knowledge to me, and I still haven’t received a refund

Checking in, boarding, the food and crew were all excellent. It was my first time traveling on Caribbean Airlines and trust me it’s the only airline I’ll be flying on as of now as long as it’s going my way😁. The service was unbelievably good I don’t regret missing my flight on flair at all cause I wouldn’t have realized how great the service is on Caribbean Airlines

The flight could'nt be better ,the comfort ,the crew and everything was good.i will definitely fly with this sirline again.

I love my entire experience. What I love most, was the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff at check-in and that of the crew on the flight. Their Customer Service was paramount.

The flight crew was extremely hospitable, though there was a lot of turbulence, they made it a good experience. The only negative was the inflight experience for economy class. There wasn’t any, or at least non that I was aware of.

I liked the crew and Culture. However, my seat was too narrow and not too comfortable

When I booked my flight I choose a seat which was the window in the middle of the aircraft. My seating was change without notice and I was in the middle seat which cause me anxiety. Hated this whole flight experience

From the point of checking in I felt as if the agents and crew were like family and friends. The best customer service experience I ever had.

To be honest I did not like anything there because the flight was delay and poor customer service!

great! appreciated the last minute upgrade to Comfort+ exit row, as well

The crew were very respectful. And also they were welcoming.they did help us locate our seats.i enjoyed.

The wait in the tunnel to enter the plane was too long. The counter personnel, specially ''Israel'' was really not welcoming considering Delta Standards. Other than this everything was good overall.

Delta exceeded my expectations! I am beyond satisfied. Thank you!

Everything was very good or excellent, but the seats were extremely uncomfortable and painful.

We were delayed 2 hours because of a broken seat. Other than that it was a very nice flight.

an he late. super rude gate agent, to every person. spoke down at people.

One of the restrooms didn’t work. The ones that did never got replenished. Flight attendant just sitting there on their phone. No notification that the bathroom was broken so long lines. Apathetic crew.

Both of my flights to and from JFK experienced significant delays. Most notably, my first flight was delayed by six hours due to crew members being affected by delays on a previous flight. While I understand that disruptions can occur, Delta’s staffing and operational planning should include sufficient contingency measures to handle situations like this rather than placing the full burden of those delays on customers. Additionally, the $12 meal voucher offered as compensation was inadequate, particularly given the high cost of food and beverages at the airport. Considering the length of the delay and the substantial inconvenience caused, I believe more meaningful compensation would have been appropriate.

We were skipped when the snack cart passed and then the attendant said we weren’t . I am disabled and was in a row toward the back of the plane which was very difficult for me to navigate. Disabled people should not be forced to walk the plank.

The plane was filthy and worn - the seat pockets were stuffed with tattered food and torn pamphlets. The cleaning crew that came on as we were deboarding were grabbing handfulls of trash and perfunctorily wiping down tables with dishrags. It's been a while since I flew Jetblue and it used to be a great experience. After this flight I will avoid flying Jetblue again if there is any alternative.

JFK is the worst airport and JetBlue is the worst airline

Very poor help no one answering a question regarding seating. Very rude staff. They don’t care, as if it’s not part of their job. Flight was delayed for no good reason and no apologies given.

A more comfortable seat. Padding would be really helpful but I've read the airlines don't want customers to be satisfied with economy seats.

When I booked, I included my checked luggage and when the bill was sent there was no record of this. Its was costly since I am from Trinidad amd Tobago. Exchange rate over seven dollars to one US dollar.

Everything was good except checking bags . I had paid for two bags but it didn’t show so we had to do it again while people waited and we were struggling to get to our flight

Plane was delayed multiple times. I would like to request a refund. Was due to arrive Thursday evening ended up arriving Friday morning.

It was a smooth flight and the pilot was very pleasant

I'll nevere ever give up jet blue for years now and I will never change

The communication was lacking. They delayed us over 8 hours keeping us on the plane, stopped for mechanical errors and then for the captain being over duty hours and then again for mechanical errors taking us to a different state and airport. It wasn’t fun, a lot of time and money lost. we felt trapped and hungry. A whole days of activities and vacation lost. I would have liked better communication and for them to allow us off the plane until everything was figured out. Also why couldn’t they share the food that was on the plane ? Snacks are not nutritious.

Our trip to Spain turned into a stressful ordeal with cockpit issues and FAA air traffic disruptions. Our American Airlines flight from Raleigh to JFK was delayed nearly four hours, causing us to miss our connections to Madrid and Jerez. We were left stranded in New York with children, even running out of diapers while trying to sort everything out. American refused to cover hotels or rental cars, leaving us to arrange and pay for them ourselves. The delays also disrupted our prepaid rental car reservations in Spain. It was a frustrating and expensive start to a family trip we had spent months planning.

Very cold on board it was like having 16hours sitting in a fridge

Old dirty plane but great lie flat seats in business class

A crew member's attitude towards a couple passengers who couldn't speak English was rude. Just because they didn't understand what the passenger said, they were not given any snack.

Great. Clean. Seats comfortable. Food was free. Had new release movies.

The boarding crew was very helpful with a little special problem I had. The inflight crew - so-so.

They kept us on the tarmac for 6 hours after already delaying our flight by 2 hours. No one had any answers. They sent our gate checked stroller to baggage claim instead of giving it back at the gate.

There was a big delay and I missed my connection flight

I don’t like the music section but I believe it was a cost decision. I changed my flight last minute due to work issues and had to sit way in the back. The seats were way closer together than I would have preferred.

Our particular exceptional experience was with Johnny at JFK at check in. He was the kindest, most accommodating agent I’ve ever encountered taking extra steps to help my husband and I with our extra baggage. I hope that he knows how much he positively affected our trip.

Flight was delayed but it was very smooth. Crew was very nice. Seats are uncomfortable but ok.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

The worst. They don’t follow procedure for boarding per group. Flight got delayed for no understandably reasons, they changed our destination from PR to Miami, left us inside a plane for more than 8 hours, then cancelled flight in Miami leaving us stranded. Poorly managed re-accommodation for a new flight and overnight stay so I have to spend in a new ticket and my own hotel room to been able to get to my office next day. Lost 2 days of work and as a doctor, patients loosing their appointments. to other flights and besides

I was 2 hr arrive in the airport and 45 min in the line . After take to my turn . The agent tell me I’m later . I can not board . So my vacation was going to the floor . Just for their bad customer service agent in the airline

Since they are a budget airline, I wasn’t expecting too much but they did some things well. They were on time, the plane was clean, boarding was fairly straightforward and the staff was cheerful and friendly. The only downside was comfort. The seats were fairly hard and after a 2 hour flight your rear end is not feeling so great. Maybe a little more cushion in the seats, Frontier!

The flight left over two hours late. They charged me $180 to bring a carry on. There was an error with the spelling of my name and Frontair agent lied that I would need to pay $200 for her to fix the spelling, and pressured me that if I don't do it quick I would lose the flight. I called back and another agent said it costs $75 to fix. All in all, this company is a complete scam.

I took my first and last flight with FRONTIER. The seats are not able to be reclined so it’s not a very comfortable experience when you take a flight of 3 hours or longer. You must pay for your luggage either carry on or check in, so taking all this in consideration at the end what you think you’re saving your paying in services that should be included. Not a beverage in sight. . You’re seriously better off getting on a proper airline such as Delta, AA, United, etc.

They never updated the boarding pass on their apps to show their delay

Flight was a little late taking off. Seats are too upright, no ports to charge devices, no wifi, no entertainment

Frontier system that tracts what you’ve paid for is horrible. I brought bags, tried to upgrade the weight of bag. Did it via the text service on their site. Got to the airport and they had no idea what was going on. Ended up paying way more than I was supposed to

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