1 airline flies nonstop from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sangster International Airport. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (Houston) to Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental 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 1 hour ahead of Houston in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Montego Bay uses the Jamaican dollar (JMD).
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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 1,351 miles (2,175 km) between the airports.
Montego Bay is 1 hour ahead of Houston in January and the same time as 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.