Most visitors arrive through Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX).
St. Croix has nonstop service from several mainland U.S. cities plus frequent connections through Puerto Rico and St. Thomas. Flight schedules change seasonally, especially during summer and winter travel periods.
Nonstop Flights to St. Croix (STX)
American Airlines
Miami (MIA) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
Year-round service
Usually 1–2 flights daily
Primary gateway to St. Croix
Best connection city for travelers coming from most U.S. airports.
Best connection city for travelers on American Airlines
Charlotte (CLT) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
Seasonal service
Typically daily during peak season
Reduced to Saturday-only during parts of the summer.
Chicago (ORD) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
Seasonal Saturday service
Primarily winter travel season.
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Delta Air Lines
Atlanta (ATL) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
Seasonal nonstop service
Daily during portions of peak season
Often reduced to Saturday-only service during off-peak months.
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United Airlines
Newark (EWR) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
New service announced!
First direct New York-area service to St. Croix.
Begins October 31, 2026
Saturday nonstop flights
Best if coming from Northeast, or can connect through Newark
Expect higher fares for this non-stop service
Connecting Flights Through Puerto Rico
For many travelers, flying through San Juan offers the most flexibility.
JetBlue
San Juan (SJU) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
Daily service
Easy connections to SJU from:
New York
Boston
Orlando
Fort Lauderdale
Washington DC
Many other JetBlue cities.
Cape Air
San Juan (SJU) ↔ St. Croix (STX)
Multiple daily flights
Often codeshares with major airlines
Common option when booking through American, JetBlue, Delta, or United.
Flying Through St. Thomas
Some travelers find lower fares into St. Thomas and then connect to St. Croix.
Cape Air
Multiple daily flights
Approximately 25–30 minute flight
Fly The Whale
Scheduled service between STT and STX
Seaborne Airlines
Inter-island service via seaplane (availability can vary)
Cities with the easiest access to St. Croix
Best Overall
Miami (MIA)
Most flights
Year-round service
Short connection times
American’s primary Caribbean hub.
Best for Northeast Travelers
Newark (EWR) (starting October 2026)
Only New York-area nonstop
Avoids connecting through Florida.
Best for Midwest Travelers
Chicago (ORD)
Seasonal nonstop option
Otherwise connect through Miami.
Best for Southeast Travelers
Atlanta (ATL)
Delta seasonal nonstop service.
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Typical Flight Times
Route
Approximate Flight Time
Miami → STX
2.5–3 hours
Charlotte → STX
4 hours
Atlanta → STX
3.5–4 hours
Newark → STX
4.5–5 hours
San Juan → STX
35–40 minutes
St. Thomas → STX
25–30 minutes
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Travel Tips
Book Early for Winter
December through April is peak season. Nonstop flights can sell out months ahead.
Compare Miami vs. San Juan Connections
For many U.S. cities:
American via Miami is usually the simplest.
JetBlue via San Juan can sometimes be less expensive.
Consider St. Thomas
Sometimes airfare to STT is significantly cheaper. A short commuter flight or ferry transfer can save money.