🏛️ Airport Overview
Full Name
Cyril E. King Airport
Named after the first elected governor of the USVI
Location
St. Thomas, USVI
2 miles west of Charlotte Amalie
IATA / ICAO
STT / TIST
Use STT for booking, TIST for aviation
Elevation
23 ft (7 m)
Sea-level approach over the Caribbean
Runway
7,000 ft (2,134 m)
Single runway, handles wide-body aircraft
Annual Passengers
~2 Million
Busiest Dec–Apr peak season
🛫 Airlines at STT
American Airlines
Miami · Charlotte · Philadelphia · JFK · Boston
Delta Air Lines
Atlanta · Detroit (seasonal)
JetBlue Airways
JFK · Boston · Fort Lauderdale
United Airlines
Newark · Houston (seasonal)
Cape Air
San Juan · St. Croix · Tortola · Vieques
Silver Airways
San Juan · St. Croix
Frontier Airlines
Atlanta · Dallas · Orlando (seasonal)
InterCaribbean
Regional Caribbean routes
🚕 Ground Transportation
Taxis & Safari Vans
The primary way to get around STT. Government-regulated fares, per person, shared ride. Taxis queue directly outside baggage claim. No Uber or Lyft in the USVI.
| Charlotte Amalie | $7 / person |
| Red Hook | $11 / person |
| Magens Bay | $10 / person |
| Marriott / Frenchman | $12 / person |
| Ritz-Carlton | $14 / person |
Full taxi rate guide →
Rental Cars
Multiple agencies at the terminal. Important: drive on the LEFT in the USVI — same side as British territories. Roads are narrow and hilly. An SUV or Jeep is recommended.
| Budget | In terminal |
| Hertz | In terminal |
| Avis | In terminal |
| Thrifty | Shuttle pickup |
| Local agencies | Shuttle pickup |
Rental car guide →
Ferry to St. John
Take a taxi to Red Hook (~20 min, $11/person) then catch the ferry to Cruz Bay, St. John. Ferries run roughly every hour from early morning until midnight.
| Taxi to Red Hook | $11 / person |
| Ferry adult fare | ~$7 each way |
| Crossing time | ~20 minutes |
| First ferry | ~6:30 AM |
Full ferry schedule →
Public Bus (Vitran)
VITRAN public buses serve the island at very low fares but are not convenient from the airport directly. Best for locals and budget travelers willing to walk to a stop on the main road.
| Base fare | $1 / ride |
| Nearest stop | ~10 min walk |
| Frequency | Irregular |
| Best for | Charlotte Amalie |
🏢 Terminal Guide
🏛️ Structure
Single terminal, two concourses (A & B)
🛃 Customs
Required for international arrivals only. US citizens arriving from the mainland clear as domestic.
📶 WiFi
Free airport WiFi available — network: STT-WiFi
🍽️ Dining
Limited options — grab food before security if possible. Small café and bar post-security.
🛍️ Shopping
Duty-free shop post-security. US residents get a $1,600 duty-free allowance from USVI.
🏧 ATM
Available in terminal. USD is the currency — no exchange needed for US travelers.
🧳 Baggage Claim
Fast — typically 15–20 min. Small airport means quick turnaround.
♿ Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available. Contact your airline 48 hrs in advance.
🚿 Showers
Not available at STT.
✈️ Lounges
No dedicated airline lounges at STT.
🅿️ Parking
📍 Location
Parking lot directly in front of the terminal
💵 Short Term
~$2–3 per hour
📅 Daily Max
~$10–15 per day
💳 Payment
Cash and card accepted at exit
🔒 Security
Open lot, no covered parking available
💡 Tip
For long trips, a taxi to/from your hotel is often more cost-effective than parking
💡 Insider Tips
Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international. Security lines back up during the morning rush (6–9 AM). The terminal is small with limited seating so don't cut it close.
Drive on the LEFT. The USVI uses left-hand traffic — same as the British Virgin Islands. This surprises many mainland US visitors. Take it slow on hilly and narrow roads.
Taxis are shared rides at fixed per-person rates. The driver will wait to fill the van before departing. If you want a private ride, ask for a "private charter" and expect to pay the full van rate.
US citizens do not need a passport for mainland US flights. The USVI is a US territory — travel is treated as domestic. A valid government-issued ID is sufficient. However a passport is recommended for flexibility.
Stay hydrated. The Caribbean heat hits hard when you step off the plane. Grab water before leaving the terminal — it's cheaper inside than at most shops in town.
US cell carriers work normally in the USVI. No roaming charges for most US plans. If you're visiting from abroad, pick up an eSIM before you land for the best rates.
Afternoon thunderstorms are common June–November. They pass quickly but can cause short delays. Check the live flight board on FlySTT before heading to the airport.
❓ STT Airport FAQ
US citizens flying from the continental US do not need a passport for STT. The U.S. Virgin Islands is a US territory, so travel is treated as domestic. A driver's license or other government-issued ID is sufficient. Non-US citizens should check visa requirements. A passport is always recommended for broader travel flexibility.
No. Uber and Lyft do not operate in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Ground transportation is via government-regulated taxis and safari vans, rental cars, or private car arrangements. Taxis queue outside baggage claim — fares are fixed per person and posted on official rate cards. See our USVI Taxi Guide for all rates.
The airport is about 20 minutes from Magens Bay (one of the most beautiful beaches in the world) and about 10 minutes from Charlotte Amalie. Coki Beach is about 20 minutes away. Most beach areas are a short taxi ride from the terminal.
Take a taxi from the airport to Red Hook (~20 min, $11/person), then board the ferry to Cruz Bay, St. John (~20 min crossing, ~$7 each way). Ferries run regularly from early morning to midnight. See our St. John Ferry Guide for full schedules.
Peak season is December through April — dry, cooler, and the most flights are operating. May and June offer great value with fewer crowds. Hurricane season runs July through November; September and October are the most active months but travel is still possible with flexibility. The weather is warm year-round (75–90°F).
No dedicated airline lounges at STT. The terminal is relatively small. There is a bar/restaurant post-security for drinks and light food. If you have lounge access through a credit card program, it unfortunately does not apply at STT.