You cannot fly directly into St. John as there are no airports on the island. To reach St. John, you must first fly into a neighboring island and then complete your journey by ground transportation and a ferry.
Your Travel Journey to St. John
The most common approach involves flying into St. Thomas (specifically, Cyril E. King Airport – STT) and then taking a ferry to St. John. Here's a breakdown of the typical steps:
- Fly to St. Thomas (STT): Your air travel will conclude at Cyril E. King Airport on St. Thomas. This is the primary gateway for visitors heading to St. John.
- Ground Transportation to Red Hook: From the airport in St. Thomas, you will need to travel to the Red Hook ferry terminal, located on the east end of St. Thomas. You have a few options for this leg of the journey:
- Taxi: Taxis are readily available at the airport and offer a convenient way to get to Red Hook.
- Rental Car: If you plan to explore St. Thomas before heading to St. John, or if you prefer the flexibility, you can rent a car at the airport.
- Ferry to St. John: Once at Red Hook, you will take a ferry to St. John. The main port of entry on St. John is Cruz Bay.
- Passenger Ferry: This is the most common option for visitors, carrying only passengers and their luggage.
- Car Barge: If you rented a car on St. Thomas and wish to bring it to St. John, you can use a car barge service. This allows you to drive your vehicle directly onto the ferry.
Upon arrival in Cruz Bay, St. John, you can then arrange for local transportation such as taxis or pre-booked transfers to your final destination on the island.
For more detailed information on planning your visit to the Virgin Islands, including directions and transportation options, you can refer to resources like the Virgin Islands National Park Service website.
