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Sangster Intl (MKJS/MBJ) — Montego Bay, Jamaica

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Customs
Available 24h
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
Jet A-1, 100LL
Tower
118.75
Runways
07/25
Elevation
4 ft

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: MKJS
  • Name: Sangster Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 18.5037
  • Longitude: -77.913399
  • Elevation: 4 ft
  • Country: Jamaica
  • Municipality: Montego Bay
  • IATA Code: MBJ
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: MKJK
  • Timezone: America/Jamaica
  • Distance from City: 5.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

  • Designation: 07/25
  • Dimensions: 8735 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 063/F/A/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, PAPI, REIL, SALS/SALSF (07), CL (25)
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I (07), VOR/DME (07), RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: Displaced thresholds: RWY 07 225 ft, RWY 25 555 ft. TODA 07: 8935 ft, 25: 8830 ft. LDA 07: 8510 ft, 25: 8180 ft. Circling not authorized south of 07/25. ARFF Cat 9. Mag var 5°W.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.750 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: 120.800 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 120.800 MHz
  • ATIS: 127.900 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Sangster Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24. FBO I.A.M Jet Centre: 12:00-02:00 UTC (07:00-21:00 local).

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +1 876-960-3948
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 876-952-3124
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.mbjairport.com
  • Remarks: Fax: +1 876-940-6591. Immigration: +1 876-952-5645. Customs: +1 876-952-5307. Customer service: +1 876-552-5533. FBO Signature MBJ (formerly I.A.M Jet Centre, acquired 2019): +1 876-979-3855, [email protected]. Ground handler: GCG Ground Services: +1 876-952-4570, [email protected]. Ops: Nicole Hall, Operations Manager, MBJ Airports Limited.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: Slots required. Landing permit may be required for private/non-revenue and charter (Part 135) operations. JCAA: [email protected] / +1 876-960-3948. Apply via PALMS portal: palms.jcaa.aero/overflight-landing-request. 3-hour processing for ad hoc; 7 days advance for <30-day operations.

Customs

  • Open: 00:00
  • Close: 23:59
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Full customs available. Contact: +1 876-952-5307 / +1 876-952-2469. www.jacustoms.gov.jm

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 5.47 USD per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: 30.03 USD per 1,000 kg per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Effective Jan 2026. Landing: intl commercial >5,700 kg = $5.47/1,000 kg; <2,500 kg flat $31.62 intl/$9.66 dom; 2,500-5,700 kg flat $31.62 intl/$21.98 dom. Non-commercial: <2,500 kg $20.64, 2,500-5,700 kg $26.78, 5,700-16,000 kg $4.71/1,000 kg. Parking: <5,700 kg flat $14.64/24h; 5,700-16,000 kg $30.03 intl/$14.64 dom; >16,000 kg $30.03/1,000 kg. Loading bridge: $122.50 flat or $72.08/hr. Pax fee: $17.38 intl (up from $16.47, effective 2026), $6.03 dom. Security: $3.08 intl. Pax fees scheduled to rise to $19.07 by 2030.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: 1.90
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-05
  • Remarks: $7.18/gal as of Apr 2026. Supplied by I.A.M Jet Centre (Signature). Jet A+Prist also available.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: 2.85
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-05
  • Remarks: $10.785/gal as of Apr 2026. Supplied by I.A.M Jet Centre.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Major international port of entry. Full FIS. APIS required. Online C5 Passenger Declaration Form required (enterjamaica.gov.jm). Immigration: +1 876-952-5645.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. Diverse departure not authorized. Circling not authorized south of RWY 07/25. High season Dec-Apr. Note: Hurricane Melissa (Cat 5, Oct 28 2025) caused significant terminal damage; airport fully operational as of early 2026.

Alternates

MKBS

  • ICAO: MKBS
  • Name: Ian Fleming Intl
  • Distance (NM): 54.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. PIC presents General Declaration for clearance. Outbound requires 4 copies of Outbound General Declaration + Pilot's Certificate (PCC). Non-Jamaica registered aircraft must collect Coastwise Clearance from Customs if landing at other domestic aerodromes.

MKJP

  • ICAO: MKJP
  • Name: Norman Manley Intl
  • Distance (NM): 72.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Caricom APIS required — notification 30 min prior to arrival. Fines imposed if APIS not met. Online Passenger Declaration (C5) form required via enterjamaica.gov.jm. Arrival forms required for crew and pax, no departure forms needed. Body scanners used for passenger screening.

Airport Services

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Jamaica Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required. Apply via PALMS portal.

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Active NOTAMs

A0411/26
caution
Taxiway restriction
SECN OF TWY E (BETWEEN ACFT STANDS 14 AND 18) TEMPO REALIGNED TO FACILITATE REHABILITATION WORKS. CONST ZONE WILL BE MARKED WITH BARRIERS AND OBSTRUCTION LGT. CTN ADZ.
2026-10-12 02:00 UTC 2026-12-18 11:00 UTC
A0412/26
caution
Movement area restriction
ACFT STANDS 16 AND 18 CLSD DUE REHABILITATION WORKS ON TWY ECHO.
2026-10-12 02:00 UTC 2026-12-18 11:00 UTC
A0402/26
caution
Obstacle erected
CRANE ERECTED AT FLW PSN: 182954.36N0775503.60W, 182955.00N0775501.22W, 182952.95N0775459.12W AND 182953.47N0775501.57W. ELEV 30M/98.43FT AGL. LGTD. CRANE WILL BE LOWERED TO ORIGINAL NON-WORKING HGT (APRX. 6M/19.69FT AGL) OUTSIDE OF OPR HRS. CTN ADZ.
2026-09-29 16:45 UTC 2026-11-30 23:00 UTC

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at MKJS?
The tower frequency at Sangster Intl is 118.75 MHz.
What fuel is available at MKJS?
Sangster Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does MKJS require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Sangster Intl (Jamaica). Permit details for Jamaica
Is customs available at MKJS?
Yes, customs at Sangster Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
Does MKJS require slots or PPR?
Slots are required at Sangster Intl.
Where is MKJS located?
Sangster Intl (MKJS) is located in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
What is the IATA code for MKJS?
The IATA code for Sangster Intl is MBJ.
Does MKJS have an ILS approach?
Yes, Sangster Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.
Is MKJS a port of entry?
Yes, Sangster Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.