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JAK Jacmel Airport
Jacmel Airport (IATA: JAK, ICAO:MTJA) is located in the the city of Jacmel, Haiti.

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IATA Code

JAK

ICAO Code

MTJA

Name

Jacmel Airport

Type

Country / Region

Haiti (HT)

City

Jacmel

Latitude

18.2411003

Longitude

-72.5185013

Time Zone

UTC−05:00

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Jacmel Airport (JAK) Overview

Jacmel Airport is a local airport serving Jacmel in southeastern Haiti. The supplied airport record identifies it as ICAO MTJA, located at approximately 18.2411003, -72.5185013, in the UTC−05:00 time zone. From an international forwarding perspective, it should be treated as a regional access point rather than a confirmed scheduled air-cargo gateway. The source record contains zero in both the air_num and exp_num fields; these values should not be interpreted as a guaranteed current flight schedule or cargo capacity. Our service team recommends confirming aircraft acceptance, operating dates, customs arrangements, handling resources and road connectivity before quoting a shipment routed directly through Jacmel Airport.

Airport	Jacmel Airport
IATA / ICAO	JAK / MTJA
Location	Jacmel, Haiti
Coordinates	18.2411003, -72.5185013
Time zone	UTC−05:00

Key Highlights for Forwarders

Regional positioningJacmel Airport is more suitable for pre-arranged regional movements, charter planning or local access than for assuming routine international cargo connectivity.

Capacity confirmation requiredAircraft type, payload, cargo acceptance and handling availability must be checked shipment by shipment.

Limited service visibilityThe supplied record does not provide a confirmed cargo airline, frequency, terminal capability or published cut-off schedule.

Fallback planningOur team should compare direct air options with gateway routing through another Haitian airport or a nearby regional gateway before booking.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Do not assume the presence of a dedicated cargo terminal, bonded warehouse, cold room, dangerous-goods store, automated sorting line or customs-controlled export shed. Our service team will verify the actual handling arrangement before accepting the booking.
General cargo may require advance coordination for acceptance, weighing, security screening, loading equipment and document handover. Loose or irregular pieces should be cleared with the handling party in advance.
Temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals, perishables and vaccines should only be planned after written confirmation of cool-chain storage, transfer time and power-continuity arrangements.
Dangerous goods, lithium batteries, live animals and human remains require separate acceptance checks. Availability of trained staff, packaging inspection and compliant storage must be confirmed before uplift.
Where local airport handling is not suitable, our team can assess a gateway-airport solution with onward road transport, subject to border, customs and security requirements.

Routes & Transit Planning

There is no confirmed scheduled cargo route or carrier commitment in the supplied data. Any direct uplift, charter movement or passenger-aircraft belly option must be verified against the actual operating plan.
International cargo may need to connect through a Haitian gateway or another regional hub, followed by a domestic air segment or controlled road transfer to Jacmel. The appropriate routing depends on origin, commodity, aircraft availability and customs instructions.
Transit time is affected by connection availability, weather, airport operating conditions, customs inspection, security screening, road conditions and the availability of handling staff; our quotations should therefore state an operational estimate rather than a guaranteed delivery time.
For urgent shipments, the routing decision should compare total door-to-door time, not only flight time, including export handover, gateway transfer, import clearance and final delivery.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

The principal local catchment is Jacmel and the surrounding southeastern Haiti area. Final delivery feasibility should be assessed by exact address, road condition, security requirements and consignee receiving capability.
Potential air-freight demand may include urgent commercial samples, small industrial or retail replenishment, documents, spare parts, relief supplies and time-sensitive personal or project cargo.
Perishables and other temperature-sensitive goods should be considered only when packaging, transfer exposure and local storage have been verified; a nearby gateway with established cool-chain handling may be more appropriate.
High-value electronics, machinery parts and sensitive equipment require discreet packaging, accurate piece dimensions, secure handover and a confirmed last-mile delivery plan.

Operations & Compliance

There is no published cut-off time in the supplied record. Our team should obtain the actual acceptance deadline, documentation closing time, screening requirement and delivery appointment before issuing final instructions.
The commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, shipper and consignee details, cargo description, quantity, weight, dimensions, value and origin information must be consistent. Customs may request additional permits or supporting documents according to the commodity.
Dangerous goods must be declared by proper shipping name, UN number, class, packing group where applicable and compliant packaging documentation. Lithium batteries require accurate battery classification and packing instructions.
Customs inspection, document discrepancies, consignee unavailability and limited local handling resources can delay release. The consignee should be ready with broker instructions, payment arrangements and a practical pickup plan.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the commodity description, HS code, packing details, dimensions, gross weight, value, origin, destination address and required delivery date before booking. This allows our team to test both direct and gateway alternatives.
Request written confirmation of aircraft acceptance, cargo-handling location, security screening, customs availability and consignee collection arrangements; do not rely on a generic airport code alone.
Use export-grade packaging with clear piece marks, moisture protection and a packing list inside the shipment. For fragile, perishable or high-value goods, specify handling instructions and contingency contacts.
Build schedule flexibility into the quotation. If direct uplift is unavailable, our team can evaluate a gateway transfer, charter option or controlled road connection subject to current operational and regulatory confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Jacmel Airport be used for international air freight?

It may be possible for a specific movement, but international cargo acceptance, customs handling, aircraft availability and onward connectivity must be confirmed in advance. Our team will not assume routine scheduled cargo service.

Can our shipment be booked with a fixed transit time?

A fixed transit commitment should not be issued until the operating carrier, connection, handling window and delivery route are confirmed. Weather, customs and local ground conditions may affect the final schedule.

Are dangerous goods or lithium batteries accepted?

Acceptance is shipment-specific and requires advance review of classification, packing, labels, documents and handling capability. Our team will seek carrier and airport confirmation before tender.

What is the best option for temperature-sensitive cargo?

Provide the required temperature range and maximum exposure time first. We will verify cool-chain facilities and may recommend a better-equipped gateway if local storage or transfer controls cannot be confirmed.

What should the consignee prepare before arrival?

The consignee should appoint a customs broker where required, prepare import documents and payment arrangements, confirm contact availability and arrange secure collection from the actual handling point.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, codes, name, location, coordinates, address, time zone and supplied record fields are based on the airport master data provided for this page. No unsupported runway, terminal, warehouse, throughput, airline, flight-frequency, operating-hours or transit-time figures have been added.

For code-reference and aviation-standards cross-checking, our service team may consult iata.org and icao.int. These domains are provided as authoritative reference points; current carrier acceptance, customs procedures, handling arrangements and flight operations remain subject to confirmation with the relevant airport, carrier, authorities and local agents.