Tinson Pen Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 28m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Tinson Pen Airport
Tinson Pen Aerodrome in Kingston, Jamaica is the largest of Jamaica's three domestic airports. It is located on Marcus Garvey Drive, a major highway that links Kingston to the nearby residential community of Portmore. The airport is also located near the Kingston Free Zone, a transshipment port. The airport catered mainly to business travellers. The airport also provided a commercial link between the cities of Kingston and Montego Bay. Tinson Pen Aerodrome handled approximately 92,091 passengers in 2001.
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Tinson Pen Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: MKJP.
Live weather
MKJPNOTAMs
MKJPReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32▸ displaced | 4,300 ft / 1,311 m | 110 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| FSS | FIS | 121.600 MHz |
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SE (from about 135°), on 20% of observations, averaging 15 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 97% | 1,347 ft | |
| Feb | 97% | 1,339 ft | |
| Mar | 97% | 1,421 ft | |
| Apr | 97% | 1,532 ft | |
| May | 96% | 1,651 ft | |
| Jun | 94% | 1,695 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 1,732 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 1,769 ft | |
| Sep | 90% | 1,769 ft | |
| Oct | 90% | 1,695 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 1,577 ft | |
| Dec | 97% | 1,458 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,339–1,769 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tinson Pen Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tinson Pen Airport?
The ICAO code for Tinson Pen Airport is MKTP, and its IATA code is KTP.
Where is Tinson Pen Airport located?
Tinson Pen Airport is medium airport located in Tinson Pen, Jamaica, at an elevation of 16 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Tinson Pen Airport have?
Tinson Pen Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,300 ft / 1,311 m.
What time zone is Tinson Pen Airport in?
Tinson Pen Airport is in the America/Jamaica time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tinson Pen Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tinson Pen Airport is approximately 8.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tinson Pen Airport?
The nearest airport to Tinson Pen Airport is Norman Manley International Airport (KIN), about 3.8 nm to the sse, followed by Tulloch Airstrip and Ewarton Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tinson Pen Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.