Kingston to Malambo flights
Malambo lies 823 km (511 mi) south of Kingston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 48 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Kingston | Malambo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Jamaica | Colombia |
| Population | 937,700 | 129,148 |
| Elevation | 65 m (213 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Jamaica) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | KIN, 7 km out | BAQ, 3 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Malambo
Crossing from Jamaica into Colombia: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (COP); traffic switches to the right; the dialling code becomes +57; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kingston
Kingston is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Norman Manley International Airport (KIN), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,900 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Tinson Pen Airport (KTP, 3 km), Ian Fleming International Airport (OCJ, 49 km).
Arriving in Malambo
Malambo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG, 93 km), Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR, 66 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport | BAQ | 3 km (2 mi) | 9,842 ft | 98 ft |
| Rafael Nuñez International Airport | CTG | 93 km (58 mi) | 8,530 ft | 4 ft |
| Simón Bolívar International Airport (regional) | SMR | 66 km (41 mi) | 5,577 ft | 22 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Malambo from Kingston?
823 km (511 mi) in a straight line, south of Kingston.
How long does it take to get from Kingston to Malambo by air?
About 1 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kingston and Malambo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kingston to Malambo flights?
Typically Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ); Malambo also has CTG, SMR.
What currency do I need in Malambo?
The Peso (COP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.