Experience a new level of safety, service, and convenience with Fly The Whale, offering fast, friendly, year-round scheduled service throughout the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. With frequent daily flights between St. Croix and St. Thomas, plus convenient service to San Juan, Fly The Whale makes it easy to commute for work, visit family, enjoy island events, or connect to destinations around the world.
Daily Scheduled Service
Fly The Whale currently offers:
- Up to 12 daily round-trip flights between St. Croix (STX) and St. Thomas (STT)
- Three daily round-trip flights between St. Croix and San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico
The airline is committed to providing reliable, locally focused air service that supports residents, business travelers, and visitors alike.
Comfortable & Reliable Aircraft –Â Flights are operated aboard the Cessna Grand Caravan, one of the world’s most trusted regional aircraft. Chosen for its outstanding safety record, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility, each aircraft features a spacious, quiet, air-conditioned cabin designed for a comfortable travel experience.
Affordable Island Travel
Frequent daily service and competitive fares make traveling between the islands easier than ever, whether you’re commuting, island hopping, or planning a weekend getaway.
- Check-In –Â Passengers departing from St. Croix or St. Thomas should arrive at the ticket counter at least 45 minutes before departure.
- Payment Information –Â Fly The Whale is a cashless airline and accepts all major credit and debit cards.
- Reservations –Â Reservations and itinerary changes can be made online. Guests who are not enrolled in the WhalePak program are charged a $5 service fee for reservations or changes made by phone.
- Service to San Juan – Fly The Whale offers three daily flights between St. Croix and Luis Muñoz MarÃn International Airport (SJU), providing convenient connections to major U.S. and international destinations throughout the year.
- Service – Fly The Whale is committed to providing exceptional customer service through a dedicated reservations and charter team. A broad network of operating partners helps ensure reliable transportation and flexible travel options.
- Style – Whether flying by landplane, seaplane, or jet, Fly The Whale offers a diverse fleet with comfortable cabin configurations designed to meet a variety of travel needs.
WhalePak Commuter Program
Travel frequently between destinations? The WhalePak program is designed for frequent travelers, businesses, and organizations looking for added flexibility and savings.
WhalePak benefits include:
- No flight time restrictions
- Dedicated customer support team
- No booking, change, cancellation, or phone reservation fees
- Up to 50 lbs. of baggage allowance
- Easy account management and traveler profiles
- Priority assistance when additional flights are available
To enroll, download the appropriate WhalePak application and submit it via email to commuter@flythewhale.com.
Private Charter Service
Need the entire aircraft? Fly The Whale also offers private charter flights for individuals, families, businesses, and groups. WhalePak members receive preferred charter pricing, allowing you to travel on your own schedule.
About Fly The Whale
Founded in 2009, Fly The Whale began by providing on-demand charter services throughout the Northeastern United States, Florida, and The Bahamas.
- April 2023: Scheduled service launched between St. Croix and St. Thomas
- March 2024: Scheduled service expanded to include St. Croix and San Juan
Safety. Service. Style.
Safety
Safety is Fly The Whale’s highest priority. The airline maintains rigorous operational standards through:
- Extensive pilot training and recurrent flight testing every six months
- Specialized annual training for Cessna Caravan operations
- FAA-overseen maintenance performed by certified aircraft mechanics
- A premier Caravan maintenance facility
- An ARG/US Gold Rating, earned by fewer than 20% of air carriers
Aircraft are maintained in accordance with FAA Part 135 regulations, and every flight is operated with a commitment to the highest levels of safety and professionalism.
Airport Locations
St. Croix –Â Fly The Whale operates from Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX), located approximately six miles southwest of Christiansted.
St. Thomas –Â Flights arrive and depart from Cyril E. King Airport (STT), located on the southwestern side of St. Thomas, approximately two miles west of Charlotte Amalie.











