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Jacmel Airport (JAK)

Jacmel, Haiti · medium airport · 18.241° -72.519° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeJAK
ICAO CodeMTJA
Typemedium airport
NameJacmel Airport
MunicipalityJacmel
CountryHaiti
ContinentNA
Latitude18.241° N
Longitude-72.519° W
Elevation167 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score500
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryHaiti
ISO Code
RegionJacmel
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Port-au-Prince
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-4
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: December – April
Dry season, avoids hurricane months (Jun–Nov)
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Dry: Dec–AprWet: May–Nov

✈ Airlines Serving JAK

AA — American AirlinesDL — Delta Air LinesUA — United AirlinesWN — Southwest AirlinesAS — Alaska AirlinesB6 — JetBlueAC — Air Canada

🌡 Climate — Tropical (18.2°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Jacmel Airport (JAK/MTJA) is a small domestic airfield serving Jacmel, a historic coastal town in southern Haiti. Located just outside the city center, it primarily handles light aircraft, charter, and occasional humanitarian or domestic flights. Its compact size makes arrivals and departures quick, but facilities are basic and schedules can be irregular.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call to confirm flight status the same day and carry small bills for taxi fare, since JAK has limited services and change can be hard to come by.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to central Jacmel, so a taxi or moto-taxi is the quickest way into town; agree on the fare before you depart. Many hotels can arrange a pickup, which is especially helpful for late arrivals. There is no major car-rental presence at the terminal, so plan your ground transport in advance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Jacmel Airport?
A: Service varies, but the airport mainly handles domestic and charter flights, often to or from Port-au-Prince and other Haitian destinations. Check current schedules with local operators or your hotel, as routes can change.

Q: How far is Jacmel Airport from downtown Jacmel?
A: It is very close to the city center, usually a 5–10 minute drive depending on traffic and road conditions.

Q: Is there public transportation at the airport?
A: There is no formal airport bus service. Taxis and moto-taxis are the usual options, so arrange a pickup or agree on the fare before leaving.

Q: What facilities are available at JAK?
A: Expect basic small-airport facilities. Do not rely on extensive dining, shopping, or ATMs; bring cash and any essentials you need.

AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

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PAP Toussaint Louverture International Airport Port-au-Prince, Haiti 44.6 km 27.7 mi View →
CBJ Cabo Rojo Airport Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic 98.7 km 61.3 mi View →
CYA Antoine-Simon International Airport Les Cayes, Haiti 134.1 km 83.3 mi View →
BRX Maria Montez International Airport Barahona, Dominican Republic 147.6 km 91.7 mi View →
CAP Cap Haitien International Airport Cap Haitien, Haiti 168.4 km 104.6 mi View →

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