U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism Welcomes New Fly the Whale Service Between St. Thomas and San Juan

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (July 28, 2026) — The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism today announced the launch of new daily Fly the Whale service between Cyril E. King Airport (STT) on St. Thomas and San Juan’s Isla Grande Airport (SIG), beginning August 3, 2026, providing an additional transportation option that enhances regional connectivity and improves access throughout the Caribbean.

The new route will offer convenient daily service with a morning departure from San Juan to St. Thomas and an afternoon return flight, making travel easier for business travelers, residents seeking medical services, and leisure visitors. Isla Grande Airport also offers convenient proximity to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, allowing for seamless onward connections to destinations across the mainland United States and internationally.

“Reliable and convenient air service is essential to the continued growth of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ visitor economy,” said RoseAnne DeFreitas, Deputy Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism. “We are pleased to welcome Fly the Whale’s new St. Thomas–San Juan service, which not only creates greater connectivity within the Caribbean but also provides residents and visitors with another convenient option for regional travel. Every new air service investment strengthens our destination’s accessibility and supports tourism, commerce and economic opportunity throughout the Territory.”

Since launching inter-island service between St. Croix and St. Thomas in 2023, Fly the Whale has expanded transportation options throughout the Territory. The addition of St. Thomas-San Juan service further enhances connectivity between the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico while complementing the airline’s existing regional network.

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. welcomed the expanded service as another milestone in the Administration’s efforts to improve accessibility to the Territory.

“Our Administration has remained focused on strengthening transportation infrastructure and expanding airlift because we know connectivity is critical to our economy and quality of life,” said Governor Albert Bryan Jr. “This new Fly the Whale service provides greater convenience for residents traveling for business, healthcare or personal reasons while making it easier for visitors to experience everything the U.S. Virgin Islands has to offer. We appreciate Fly the Whale’s continued investment in our Territory and look forward to the positive impact this service will have on our tourism industry and local economy.”

Beginning August 3, Fly the Whale will operate the following daily service:

Flights are available for booking now at FlyTheWhale.com.

 

About the U.S. Virgin Islands

About 40 miles east of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands comprise a United States territory located in the northeastern Caribbean Sea. The three islands are St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas, where the capital of Charlotte Amalie is located. Perfect for leisure or business travel, the U.S. Virgin Islands features breathtaking, world-renowned beaches, an international marine industry, European architecture, and a burgeoning restaurant industry. No passports are required from U.S. citizens traveling from the U.S. mainland or Puerto Rico. Entry requirements for non-U.S. citizens are equivalent to entering the United States from any international country. Upon departure, a passport is required for non-U.S. citizens. For more information about the United States Virgin Islands, go to www.VisitUSVI.com, follow us @VisitUSVI on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Pinterest, and @USVITourism on TikTok, X and LinkedIn.

 

Media Contacts:

Efrain Rivera
Development Counsellors International
[email protected]

Alani Henneman
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism
[email protected]