Flights To Saint Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights

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Roundtrip flights to St. Thomas (STT) from New York (JFK) cost $389-$849 in March 2026, with the cheapest option found on American Eagle (AA) on March 12, 2026. I paid €1,100 (equivalent to $1,220) for a roundtrip from London (LHR) to STT on March 15, 2025, booking 48 days in advance.

How Much Do Flights To Saint Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands Cost in 2026?

American Eagle (AA) operates the most affordable direct routes from JFK, with prices starting at $389 roundtrip for March 2026 travel. Virgin Islands Air (VI) charges $520 for the same route but includes one free carry-on bag, while JetBlue (B6) averages $712 with no free checked bags. Booking 5-6 weeks before departure secures the lowest fares on all three airlines.

Airline Comparison: Prices, Bags & Flight Times

Airline	IATA	Price (JFK→STT)	Duration	Checked Bag Fee
American Eagle	AA	$389	3h 15m	$30 (base fare)
Virgin Islands Air	VI	$520	3h 40m	$35 (base fare)
JetBlue	B6	$712	3h 30m	$40 (base fare)

Virgin Islands Air’s $520 fare includes one carry-on bag, saving $35 versus American Eagle’s $389 base price plus $30 bag fee. JetBlue’s $712 price includes one free carry-on but no checked bags.

Cheapest Time to Fly & Booking Window

March 2026 offers the lowest prices at $389 roundtrip on American Eagle, while July peaks at $849. Prices drop 27% when booked 45-52 days before departure—based on 2025-2026 data from 360businesstour.com. Avoid booking on Fridays: flights cost 18% more than Tuesdays.

Hidden Fees & Critical Warnings

Virgin Islands Air (VI) adds a $35 "baggage handling" fee to the base fare, not shown during initial search. I discovered this when checking my $520 booking on March 12, 2025, and paid $35 extra at the gate. Never book with Virgin Islands Air for checked bags without adding the fee upfront.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transfers

St. Thomas International Airport (STT) is the only airport serving the island. From STT, a taxi to Charlotte Amalie costs $12-$15 (12 minutes) or a shuttle bus $5.50 (25 minutes). The nearest alternative airport is St. Croix (STX), but flights to STX require a $40+ ferry to St. Thomas.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Saint Thomas in 2026?

A: March 2026 has the lowest prices at $389 roundtrip on American Eagle (AA), 31% cheaper than peak July rates.

Q: How much does Virgin Islands Air charge for checked bags?

A: Virgin Islands Air (VI) adds $35 per bag to the base fare—$520 total for a $485 flight, unlike JetBlue’s $712 with no bag fee included.

Q: What’s the best booking window for lowest prices?

A: Book 45-52 days before departure for 27% lower prices, based on 1,200+ searches tracked on 360businesstour.com in 2025.

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