Journey from the UK
How long is the flight to Jamaica?
About 9h 45m from London6 to 10 hoursChecked 22 October 2026
About 10 hours direct to Montego Bay or Kingston, and about 9 hours home. Jamaica is 5 hours behind the UK in winter and 6 hours in summer.
- Under 3 hours
- 3 to 6 hours
- 6 to 10 hours
- 10 hours or more
Rating6 to 10 hours
Areas covered2 on this page
Montego Bay is best for Negril and the north coast resorts. Kingston is the capital, on the south coast.
Flight times from London
- Montego Bay (MBJ)6 to 10 hours
About 10 hours direct.
- Kingston (KIN)6 to 10 hours
About 10 hours direct.
The journey at a glance
Flight from LondonAbout 9h 45m
Distance7,548 km
Time difference-5 h (-6 h in UK summer)
Main airportMBJ
Straight-line estimate for a direct flight from Heathrow. Real flights often take longer.
Before you go
- Flights home are overnight and land in the UK early morning.
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Questions people ask
Is there a direct flight to Jamaica from the UK?
Yes, from London to Montego Bay and Kingston, and from some regional airports in winter.