Montego Bay Airport Car Rental: Sangster International

Quick summary: Montego Bay Airport, officially Sangster International, is Jamaica’s main gateway for the north coast. Car rental companies are in the main terminal, so you collect your car once you’ve cleared customs. The city center is only around 5 to 6 km away, about 10 to 15 minutes’ drive, and the Martha Brae River lies about 40 minutes east. Traffic in Montego Bay can be heavy, so avoid peak hours.

At a glance
Official name	Sangster International Airport
Rental desks	Main terminal, after customs
To MoBay center	Around 5 to 6 km
Drive time	About 10 to 15 minutes
To Martha Brae	About 40 minutes
Tours	Featured tours

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How do you drive from the airport into Montego Bay?

Leave on Queens Drive, turn left onto Leader Avenue, then right onto Orange Street and left onto Albion Road into the center.

Where can you park in Montego Bay?

Most restaurants, stores and hotels have their own free parking. There’s also on-street parking and open-air lots.

What can you visit near Montego Bay?

Destination	Tours
Rose Hall Great House	Rafting and Rose Hall tours
Martha Brae River	Rafting-only tours
Countryside rides	Rafting and horseback tours

Which car should you choose?

Economy cars suit coastal roads and towns, while an SUV or 4WD gives more clearance on rural roads with potholes.

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