Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Kingston, Jamaica
Here is what to know before booking a flight to Kingston from Quebec City and Montreal.
From Montreal, fares to Kingston usually run between $660 and $1100. The best fare spotted recently is $606 (about 19% below the typical price).
Kingston is the capital of Jamaica, the island's cultural and musical heart set against the Blue Mountains on the south coast. It is the birthplace of reggae and a lively city of markets, art, and Caribbean rhythm. Follow the beat from a Trench Town studio to a Blue Mountains coffee farm and you'll feel the island's soul at every turn!
When to go
The dry winter months (December to April) offer the most reliable sunshine and comfortable temperatures. The summer and fall can be hot and fall within the Atlantic hurricane season.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From most Canadian cities, reaching Kingston (KIN) means one or two connections, typically through Toronto or a US hub such as Miami or Charlotte, with more nonstop and charter options in the winter sun season. It is a US customs destination only if you route through the States, so a Canadian connection keeps things simple.
What to see and do
- Visiting the Bob Marley Museum
- Hiking or sampling coffee in the Blue Mountains
- Exploring the Devon House estate
- Taking a boat to the ruins of Port Royal
Good to know before you go
The currency is the Jamaican dollar and English is official, with Patois widely spoken. Public transit is limited and the crowded route taxis are best avoided, so getting around is easiest with ride apps like Uber or a registered, metered taxi (agree on the fare first). Take normal urban safety precautions, especially at night.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.