Flights to St. Thomas
Start planning your Caribbean island getaway to St. Thomas. Explore the many options for flights to and from the gateway to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Cyril E. King Airport
Marvel at picturesque views of Lindbergh Bay as your plane approaches the runway at one of the busiest airports in the eastern Caribbean. The origins of the 280-acre airport date to the 1920s. Operated by the Virgin Islands Port Authority, it’s situated on the southwest side of St. Thomas, just two miles away from the bustling Charlotte Amalie capital city and harbor area.
Several significant enhancements were recently completed, or are in progress, and travelers will welcome upgrades to terminals, lounges, and concession and shopping areas.
For questions about the airport, call STT (340) 774-1629 or STX (340) 778-1012.
Flight Schedules
Check with the following airlines to find information about fares and nonstop flight schedules to determine your best options to fly to Cyril E. King Airport:
American Airlines: Direct flights from New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Miami (MIA) and San Juan (SJU); call 800-474-4884.
Delta Air Lines: Direct flights from Atlanta (ATL) and New York (JFK); call 800-221-1212.
Frontier: Flights from Orlando (MCO), Miami (MIA) and San Juan (SJU); visit the Customer Support page.
JetBlue: Direct flights from Boston (BOS) and San Juan (SJU); call 800-532-2583.
Spirit Airlines: Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Orlando (MCO); call 855-728-3555.
Sun Country Airlines: Seasonal direct flights from Minneapolis/St. Paul (MSP); call 651-905-2737.
United Airlines: Direct flights from Dulles (IAD), Chicago (ORD), Houston (IAH) and Newark (EWR); call 800-864-8331.
Inter-Island and Cargo Airlines Servicing St. Thomas
For details about airlines that provide passenger service between islands and other types of transport, including cargo, contact:
Air Cargo Carriers: visit contact page
Ameriflight: 972-426-3066
Bohlke International Aviation: 800-653-9177
Cape Air: 866-227-2247
FedEx: 800-463-3339
Fly the Whale: 800-468-8639
Seaborne Airlines and Silver Airways: 801-401-9100
Charter Planes and Private Jets
Passengers may want to consider using charter and private flight options to fly in and out of Cyril E. King Airport, including:
AirFlamenco: 787-724-1818
Executive Jet Management: 800-451-2822
Flexjet: 866-309-2214
Jet Linx Aviation: 401-991-8060
Netjets: 877-356-5823
Standard Aviation: 340-244-4990
Signature Aviation: 877-894-1810
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Cyril E. King?
The airport was renamed in 1984 to honor the late Cyril Emmanuel King, who was the U.S. Virgin Islands’ second elected governor.
What U.S. airports offer nonstop flights to St. Thomas?
Flights depart from airports that include New York, Boston, Chicago, Dulles, Atlanta, Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Charlotte, Minneapolis/St. Paul and San Juan.
What airlines fly to Cyril E. King Airport?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, JetBlue, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and Seaborne Airlines.
How far is St. Thomas from New York by plane?
Nonstop flights from either John F. Kennedy International or Newark Liberty International airports take about four hours to reach St. Thomas. The distance to St. Thomas is 1,627 miles from JFK and 1,647 miles from Newark.
What is the least expensive month to fly to St. Thomas?
September is generally the cheapest month to fly to St. Thomas from the mainland United States. High season is from November to January.
Do I need a passport to fly to St. Thomas?
U.S. citizens do not need a passport to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands.