Whether you choose to fly direct, stop off on a cruise or just pop over from one of the neighboring islands, you will find a warm Saint Lucian welcome awaits. Getting to St Lucia is easier than you might think, with plenty of options to suit every type of traveler. Nicknamed “The Helen of the West,” Saint Lucia is just 27 miles long and 14 miles wide, but its beauty goes far beyond its beaches. Lush rainforest covers valleys and peaks, creating a landscape made for discovery. So when will your journey begin?
From North America, direct service to Saint Lucia is available on American Airlines from Miami; Charlotte and Philadelphia; on JetBlue from New York and Boston; on Delta from Atlanta; and on United Airlines from New Jersey and Chicago.
Air Canada and WestJet also fly direct from Toronto year-round, while direct service from Montreal is available at peak times of the year on Air Canada and some chartered services.
Inter-island travel is well-serviced by several airlines including LIAT, Air Adelphi, Sunrise Airways, InterCaribbean and Caribbean Airlines. Check with your travel agent or the airlines directly for specific dates and availability.
US: American Airlines, Delta Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines
Canada: Air Canada and WestJet
UK: British Airways
Germany: British Airways and Virgin Atlantic (Connections via London Gatwick year-round or London Heathrow during the winter)
France: Air France and Corsair
Caribbean: InterCaribbean, Sunrise Airways, Air Adelphi, LIAT 20, Winair and Caribbean Airlines
Departure tax is included in the price of the ticket for all passengers over 12 years leaving the island via air travel. For passengers leaving via sea travel, the departure tax is EC$33 or US$13 to be paid at the time of the departure.
Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in Vieux Fort is located 40 miles south of Castries, the capital city. George F.L. Charles Airport is an inter-island airport just outside Castries.
Those who prefer to do much of their traveling on the water will find that Saint Lucia is well-serviced by ferries, making it easy to include Saint Lucia in any island-hopping tour.
Visit www.express-des-iles.com which operates a ferry service between Saint Lucia and Martinique.
Before you arrive, take a moment to review entry requirements and complete your immigration form.
