{ "response": { "Key": "US-STT", "orig": { "code": "US", "type": "country", "country": "United States" }, "dest": { "code": "STT", "type": "airport", "city": "Saint Thomas", "fullCity": "Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands", "airport": "Cyril E King" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "From which U.S. cities can I fly to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "You can fly nonstop to Saint Thomas from eight US cities: Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Dallas (DFW), Houston (IAH), Washington (IAD), and Boston (BOS). Miami has the most frequent service at 42 weekly flights on American, followed by New York with 37 flights on United, American, and Delta. Travelers typically choose a departure city based on proximity to home, with connecting itineraries available through these hubs or other US airports for those outside the nonstop cities.", "methodology": "The U.S. departure cities with nonstop service to this destination and their weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every U.S. airport with scheduled nonstop service, group airports into their metropolitan areas, and rank cities by scheduled weekly departures.", "toolsUsed": [ "country_to_city" ] }, "q1": { "question": "How long is the flight to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from the United States to Saint Thomas (STT) take about 2 hours 45 minutes from Miami, 4 hours 5 minutes from New York, and 3 hours 37 minutes from Atlanta. From other major cities like Dallas or Houston, nonstop flights are around 4 hours 55 minutes. Typical one-stop itineraries from cities without nonstop service add 2–4 hours depending on the connection.", "methodology": "Flight times from each U.S. departure city come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI); the typical time is the median scheduled duration of that city's nonstop services to this destination.", "toolsUsed": [ "country_to_city" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there direct flights to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Yes, there are many nonstop flights from the United States to Saint Thomas. Ten US cities have direct service, with Miami offering the most flights at 42 weekly on American, followed by New York with 37 weekly flights split across United, American, and Delta from JFK. Other nonstop gateways include Atlanta (Delta), Charlotte (American), Dallas (American), Houston (United), Washington Dulles (United), Boston (JetBlue), Philadelphia (American), and Chicago O'Hare (United), with flight times ranging from about 2 hours 45 minutes from Miami to just over 5 hours from Chicago.", "methodology": "Nonstop service is identified from the scheduled operating flights in our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI); a destination with no scheduled nonstop from the United States is reported as having none.", "toolsUsed": [ "country_to_city" ] }, "q3": { "question": "Which U.S. cities are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Tampa is typically the cheapest U.S. departure city for flights to Saint Thomas, with round-trip fares around $396, followed by Fort Lauderdale at $438. Orlando, Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia are also among the most affordable origins, with round-trip fares ranging from $460 to $530. Overall, roughly 17 U.S. cities offer service to Saint Thomas.", "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.", "toolsUsed": [ "dest_flight_pricing" ] }, "q4": { "question": "Which airlines fly to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "American, Delta, United, and JetBlue fly nonstop to St. Thomas from key US cities. American (oneworld) serves Miami, Charlotte, Dallas, and Philadelphia; Delta (SkyTeam) flies from Atlanta and New York; United (Star Alliance) operates from New York, Houston, Washington, and Chicago; JetBlue serves Boston.", "methodology": "Airlines are the operating carriers scheduled on nonstop services from each U.S. departure city, taken from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).", "toolsUsed": [ "country_to_city" ] }, "q5": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from the U.S. to Saint Thomas are typically late April through early June and September through early November, outside winter and spring break peaks. Midweek flights, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and early morning or late night departures often offer lower fares. Book one to three months ahead for the best balance of availability and price." }, "q6": { "question": "How far in advance should I book flights to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "For flights from the United States to Saint Thomas, fares are typically lowest when booked about 4 weeks before departure. Holidays and peak travel periods tend to sell out earlier, so booking further ahead is wise for those dates.", "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.", "toolsUsed": [ "dest_flight_pricing" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Do I need a visa to travel to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "United States nationals do not need a visa to travel from the United States to Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, as this is entry into their own territory by right rather than a visa question. No visa or electronic travel authorization is required for a visit of any duration.\n\nThis is general guidance to help you plan, not official immigration advice — entry rules can change and can depend on your nationality and circumstances, so please confirm the current requirements with the relevant embassy or official government source before you travel.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_the_United_States", "title": "Visa policy of the United States", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/favicon/wikipedia.ico" }, { "url": "https://cbp.gov/travel/pleasure-boats/pleasure-boat-locations/pr-us-vi", "title": "Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands | U.S. Customs and Border Protection" }, { "url": "https://cbp.gov/newsroom/national-media-release/cbp-launches-paygov-us-virgin-islands-imports", "title": "CBP launches Pay.gov for U.S. Virgin Islands imports | U.S. Customs and Border Protection" }, { "url": "https://uscis.gov/laws-and-policy/other-resources/us-immigration-law-in-the-commonwealth-of-the-northern-mariana-islands-cnmi", "title": "U.S. Immigration Law in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) | USCIS" }, { "url": "https://cbp.gov/newsroom/national-media-release/cbp-launches-mpc-3-predeparture-airport-locations-us-virgin-islands", "title": "CBP launches MPC at 3 predeparture airport locations in the U.S. Virgin Islands | U.S. Customs and Border Protection" } ], "preopenedReferences": true, "stageOnly": true }, "q8": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Since Saint Thomas is a US territory, flights from the mainland follow domestic baggage rules. Basic economy often charges for checked bags, while standard economy may include one. Premium cabins allow more. Check your airline and fare, as policies vary." }, "q9": { "question": "Are overnight or red eye flights available to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Red-eye or overnight flights from the United States to Saint Thomas are not common; all nonstop routes from major gateways like Miami, New York, Atlanta, and others operate during daytime hours, with no redeye service reported. The flight durations range from about 2.5 to 5 hours, making overnight travel impractical for these relatively short hauls. Travelers typically depart in the morning or early afternoon and arrive the same day, which aligns well with vacation schedules and hotel check-in times. While connecting itineraries could theoretically involve a late-night segment, there are no scheduled nonstop overnight options from the US to STT.", "methodology": "Red-eye availability is flagged from the scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI), marking services that leave late at night and arrive the following morning.", "toolsUsed": [ "country_to_city" ] }, "q10": { "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Afternoon departures tend to be cheapest for flights from the United States to Saint Thomas, averaging around $781 roundtrip compared with a typical $905 fare for the route. That makes afternoon the best time-of-day window among morning, afternoon, and evening options, though prices can still vary with origin and travel dates.", "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.", "toolsUsed": [ "dest_flight_pricing" ] }, "q11": { "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Cyril E King to downtown Saint Thomas?", "answer": "You will arrive at Cyril E. King Airport (STT) on Saint Thomas, the island's main international gateway, located about three miles west of downtown Charlotte Amalie. It serves as the primary airport for the destination, with direct flights from major U.S. mainland cities and regional connections through San Juan. Ground transportation into the city centre is provided by shared taxis and open-air 'safari' vans, which operate on flat fares to downtown and hotels, as well as private taxis that can be booked in advance. Public VITRAN buses and privately operated 'dollar ride' shuttle buses run between the airport and main towns, though they follow set routes rather than tourist destinations, and ride share services are limited on the island. The drive to downtown Charlotte Amalie typically takes around 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic, and there is no airport train or metro system on Saint Thomas.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyril_E._King_Airport", "title": "Cyril E. King Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-30T17:23:22Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_the_United_States_Virgin_Islands", "title": "Transportation in the United States Virgin Islands", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-02-24T04:02:29Z" } ] }, "q12": { "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "Flights to Saint Thomas typically offer economy and a domestic-style first class with wider seats and extra legroom, but lie-flat business and premium economy are rare on this shorter Caribbean route." }, "q13": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Saint Thomas airport?", "answer": "There are no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods at Saint Thomas Cyril E. King Airport (STT), and the terminal itself closes nightly from 6:00 PM until 8:00 AM, making overnight stays inside impossible. Several nearby hotels are connected by shuttle or a short drive, including the Lindbergh Bay Hotel and Villas (0.1 mi), Emerald Beach Resort (0.5 mi), and Island View Guesthouse (1.3 mi). These properties provide the closest sleeping options for travelers needing accommodations near the airport.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/st-thomas-airport-guide.htm", "title": "St. Thomas Airport Guide (STT) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2018-08-13T10:06:10Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyril_E._King_Airport", "title": "Cyril E. King Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-30T17:23:22Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/virgin-islands-(us)/st.-thomas/activities/shared_vip_shuttle_from_stt_airport_to_ritz_carlton_st_thomas-XY4H8K", "title": "Shared VIP Shuttle from STT Airport to Ritz Carlton St Thomas", "favicon": "https://activities.marriott.com/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/virgin-islands-(us)/great-cruz-bay/activities/shared_vip_shuttle_from_westin_frenchman_s_reef_to_stt_airport-XB0FFA", "title": "Shared VIP Shuttle from Westin Frenchman's Reef to STT Airport", "favicon": "https://activities.marriott.com/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/virgin-islands-(us)/st.-thomas/activities/private_airport_transfer_to_and_from_red_hook_ferry-XMHRZ1?property=STTWI", "title": "Private Airport Transfer to and from Red Hook Ferry", "favicon": "https://activities.marriott.com/favicon.png" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options at Saint Thomas airport?", "answer": "Cyril E. King Airport (STT) does not have any airline-branded lounges, Priority Pass locations, or Plaza Premium facilities — American Airlines specifically lists 'Clubs and lounges: Not Available' for this airport. The terminal does have a restaurant and bar, plus three smaller departure lounges used for international and St. Croix flights, but these are general seating areas rather than premium lounges with membership or day-pass access.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyril_E._King_Airport", "title": "Cyril E. King Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-30T17:23:22Z" }, { "url": "https://aa.com/i18n/travelInformation/destinationInformation/stt-airport.jsp", "title": "St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT)", "favicon": "https://aa.com/content/images/chrome/rebrand/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://www.aa.com/en-ie/flights-to-st-thomas", "title": "Find cheap flights to St. Thomas (STT) | American Airlines", "favicon": "data:,", "time_published": "2026-08-21T08:29:55Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Saint Thomas?", "answer": "The cheapest day of the week to fly from the United States to Saint Thomas is Tuesday, with a typical round-trip fare of $529 compared to the weekly average of $562. Midweek departures like Tuesday tend to beat weekend travel on this route.", "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.", "toolsUsed": [ "dest_flight_pricing" ] } } } }