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Jamaica will boost its global air connectivity over the next six months, with expanded service and increased seat capacity across its three international airports.

From September 2025 through February 2026, overall seat capacity is projected to grow by 4.4 percent compared to the same period last year. Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport (MBJ) will see a 5.6 percent increase in scheduled capacity and an 8.5 percent rise in departures. Kingston’s Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) is expected to post a 1.3 percent increase in capacity and 3.1 percent rise in departures, while Ocho Rios’ Ian Fleming International Airport (IFIA) is projected to see a 37 percent jump in overall capacity.

North American and Canadian additions

In North America, Jamaica will see new service from key U.S. gateways alongside expanded Canadian connectivity. MBJ is set to welcome added U.S. flights from Baltimore/Washington International and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International. From Canada, WestJet will introduce new service from Edmonton, Alberta.

European and regional links

In Europe, Jamaica has gained its first direct Lisbon–Montego Bay flights through World2Fly Portugal, adding to the island’s existing network of European routes. Regional connectivity is also improving, with LIAT operating about three weekly flights between Kingston and Montego Bay.

Visitor growth momentum

The increase in airlift follows a strong 2024, when Jamaica welcomed 4.3 million visitors and earned $4.3 billion in tourism revenue. The U.S. continues to account for roughly 75 percent of stopover arrivals, with Canadian and European markets showing steady year-over-year growth.

For more details on Jamaica, go to visitjamaica.com.

Source. Travelweek