Sangster International Airport (MKJS / MBJ)
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MKJS airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- MKJS
- IATA code
- MBJ
- City
- Montego Bay
- Region
- St James
- Country
- Jamaica
- Elevation
- 4 ft (1 m)
- Time zone
- America/Jamaica (UTC-5)
- Coordinates
- 18.5037° N, 77.9134° W
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- 0
- Empty legs to
- 1
Weather & airport info MKJS
Current weather
Marginal visual conditions (MVFR)observed 03 Oct, 19:00 UTC- Wind
- 3 kt (6 km/h) from northwest (320°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Weather
- Light thunderstorm with rain
- Clouds
- scattered clouds at 1,800 ft, broken clouds at 2,000 ft
- Temperature
- 27 °C (dew point 25 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,012 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR MKJS 031900Z 32003KT 9999 -TSRA SCT018 BKN020CB 27/25 Q1012
Forecast (TAF)
- 03 Oct, 18:00–01:00 UTC17 kt (31 km/h) from east-northeast (70°) · visibility 10 km or more · few clouds at 2,000 ft, scattered clouds at 2,200 ft
- 03 Oct, 19:00–02:00 UTCtemporarily, 40 % probabilityvisibility 2 km · Heavy thunderstorm with rain · scattered clouds at 1,800 ft, broken clouds at 2,000 ft
- 04 Oct, 01:00–13:00 UTCbecoming4 kt (7 km/h) from southeast (140°) · visibility 10 km or more · few clouds at 2,000 ft, scattered clouds at 2,200 ft
- 04 Oct, 13:00–18:00 UTCbecoming14 kt (26 km/h) from east-northeast (60°) · visibility 10 km or more · few clouds at 2,000 ft, scattered clouds at 2,200 ft
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF MKJS 031715Z 0318/0418 07017KT 9999 FEW020 SCT022CB PROB40 TEMPO 0319/0402 2000 +TSRA SCT018 BKN020CB BECMG 0401/0403 14004KT BECMG 0413/0415 06014KT
Airport
- Elevation
- 4 ft (1 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:02 / 17:58 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 3,060 m (10,039 ft) | asphalt | yes |
Radio frequencies
- Approach: 120.8
- ATIS: 127.9
- Ground: 121.7
- Tower: 118.75
For information only — not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map MKJS
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators — closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
EUROCONTROL: nationale AIS-Websites →For information only — not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for MKJS(1)
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport — closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
- NoticeObstacle: erectedA0402/26· until 30 Nov, 23:00 UTC
A lighted crane has been erected near the airport. Its top is 30 meters (98.43 feet) above ground and will be lowered to approximately 6 meters (19.69 feet) above ground outside of operating hours.
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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.
A0402/26 NOTAMR A0323/26 Q) MKJK/QOBCE/IV/M/A/000/001/1830N07755W001 A) MKJS B) 2609291645 C) 2611302300 D) SEP 29 1645 - 2300, SEP 30 1200 - 2300, OCT 01 - 31 1200 - 2300, NOV 01 - 30 1200 - 2300 E) 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.
Hours: SEP 29 1645 - 2300, SEP 30 1200 - 2300, OCT 01 - 31 1200 - 2300, NOV 01 - 30 1200 - 2300
For information only — not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Explanations and expanded abbreviations are generated automatically — the original text is authoritative. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
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MKJS airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Montego Bay airport (MKJS) today?
There is currently 1 valid NOTAM for Montego Bay (MKJS). For information only — not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Montego Bay airport (MKJS)?
According to the latest weather report for MKJS (METAR, 03 Oct, 19:00 UTC): Marginal visual conditions (MVFR). Wind 3 kt (6 km/h) from northwest (320°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 27 °C (dew point 25 °C). Light thunderstorm with rain. For information only — not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Montego Bay airport (MKJS)?
Montego Bay (MKJS) has one runway: runway 07/25 with 3,060 m (10,039 ft), asphalt.
What are the radio frequencies at Montego Bay airport (MKJS)?
Frequencies at MKJS: Tower 118.75 MHz, Ground 121.7 MHz and ATIS 127.9 MHz. For information only — always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Sangster International Airport?
The ICAO code is MKJS and the IATA code is MBJ. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of MKJS airport?
Sangster International Airport sits at 4 ft (1 m) above sea level. Local time zone: America/Jamaica.
Can I fly to MKJS by private jet?
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