Ian Fleming International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
OCJ
ICAO Code
MKBS
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Ian Fleming International Airport (near Boscobel, Jamaica) is a small international airport serving Ocho Rios and the northern coast of Jamaica. It handles private aircraft, charters and some scheduled international arrivals and is commonly used by tourists bound for nearby resorts.

Ian Fleming International Airport
Elevation: 27 m
18.4041, -76.9698

Terminal Guide for Ian Fleming International Airport #

The airport operates from a single terminal building with immigration and customs for international arrivals, a small arrivals hall and limited passenger services. Facilities are scaled to leisure and private traffic - expect short queues compared with larger Jamaican airports but limited retail and food options.

Getting to and From Ian Fleming International Airport #

The airport is located on the northern coast; typical transfer time to Ocho Rios or nearby resorts is around 25-45 minutes depending on traffic and exact destination.

  • Rail/metro: none.
  • Shuttle/taxis: hotel shuttles, prearranged transfers and taxis are the usual options; many resorts offer guest pickup.
  • Ride‑share: services are limited; rely on prearranged transfers or taxis.
  • Driving: private taxis and car hires operate from the airport; road transfers to major resorts are straightforward.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Ian Fleming International Airport #

Facilities are limited but include immigration/customs for international arrivals, a small café or kiosk and basic passenger seating. Wi‑Fi may be available but is limited; charging points are scarce. Lounge facilities are minimal; private/charter passengers often use fixed-base-operator services. Accessibility assistance should be arranged through your airline or handler ahead of arrival.

Tips for Ian Fleming International Airport #

  • Pre-book transfers to Ocho Rios or your resort - many hotels offer direct pickups from Ian Fleming Airport.
  • Immigration and customs processing at OCJ is typically quicker than at larger Jamaican airports, but have documents ready for inspection.
  • If arriving on a charter or private flight, confirm ground handling and ramp procedures in advance.

Weather & Climate near Ian Fleming International Airport #

Climate

Ian Fleming International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1506 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

163 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

May

May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

July

July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

September

September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (241 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

241 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (224 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 28°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

224 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

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