Flying Between Montego Bay and Kingston

It's a fact. Most visitors who come to Jamaica head North West and Montego Bay is a very popular destination. For persons staying in Montego Bay but wishing to take a day trip to Kingston there are many taxis and buses that can make the journey. For some however the now approximately 4 hour drive one way overland can make the trip between the two locations daunting. An option that many overlook however is going by plane and surprisingly the value to cost ratio compares favourably with the other options available.

Consider: the flight takes approximately 35 minutes one way. The fares can range between USD65 and USD80 per adult, one way. The Knutsford Express trip, which provides a highly rated service, costs much less at JAD2,700 per adult one way (around USD27), but takes approximately 4 hours. If you hire a private tourism focused taxi it may cost USD200, again travelling for approximately 4 hours.

Some of the pros and cons travelling via plane between Mobay and Kingston are:

• This is the shortest option with respect to time and allows for more hours of exploration in Kingston during the day.
• Flights are pricey relative to the Knutsford Express coach service.
• Flying requires going through airports which some people find inherently stressful. 
• By flying you miss out on the remarkably pretty drive across the island and the information that a driver/guide can provide.

So, flying is an option to consider. For more information on available flights check out InterCaribbean Airways at www.intercaribbean.com .

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