Media Resources

  • Sangster International Airport (SIA) is the largest of two international airports in Jamaica, and is ideally located in the heart of the primary tourism destination region.
  • Approximately 95% of Total Passengers at SIA are passengers travelling internationally.
  • Of the approximately 1.7 million annual visitors to Jamaica,  72% use SIA as their primary airport.
  • Peak arriving and departing capacity is 4,200 passengers per hour.

News Releases

News releases are available in this section to members of the media.  For further information please contact:

Marketing Department
MBJ Airports Limited
Sangster International Airport
Montego Bay
Jamaica
Phone:  (876) 952-3124

Breaking Barriers - MBJ Charity Run Awards Transform Lives – Dec 9, 2024

In a recent demonstration of the transformative power of education and community support, MBJ Airports Limited distributed $22 million in grants to 150 students and six institutions across Western Jamaica and St. Elizabeth, impacting the lives of over 1,000 students. The fourth annual MBJ Charity Run Awards Ceremony, held in Montego Bay, brought together recipients, sponsors, and community leaders to celebrate and gift the recipients as the award-winning airport operator again delivered on its commitment to supporting the educational pursuits of students in the region.

LATAM Airlines Peru returns to Sangster International Airport – Dec 8, 2024

Sangster International Airport, operated by MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ) marked a significant expansion of its international routes with the return of LATAM Airlines Peru, connecting Jamaica with direct non-stop service to Lima, Peru. The inaugural flight touched down at 4:38 PM on Sunday, December 1, 2024 with a full complement of 151 passengers aboard an A320 aircraft, signalling a strong demand for the route. The service, operating three times weekly on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, represents a crucial link between Jamaica and South America, offering connections to major destinations including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay through LATAM's extensive network.

MBJ welcomes Avelo Airlines from Hartford, Connecticut BDL Airport – Nov 16, 2024

Sangster International Airport (MBJ) is thrilled to welcome Avelo Airlines for its inaugural international flight from Hartford, Connecticut (BDL) with 157 passengers! 

Stakeholders Rally Behind MBJ Charity Run Raising Record $22 Million – Nov 12, 2024

The recent fourth annual MBJ Charity Run has set a new fundraising record of $22 million for education and community development in Western Jamaica. This achievement is a testament to the growing support and commitment from various stakeholders, including corporate sponsors and government officials.

Flight Cancellations due to Tropical Storm Rafael – Nov 5, 2024

MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – 05 November 2024: Sangster International Airport wishes to advise the public that the Sangster International Airport remains open for operations. However, due to Tropical Storm Rafael, some flight operations have been cancelled. See attached for the impact on scheduled arriving and departing flights at MBJ for today November 5, 2024.