Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
Your journey to paradise begins here - where every arrival feels like coming home to the islands.
Welcome to St Thomas Airport
Cyril E. King Airport is located approximately 2 miles west of Charlotte Amalie, the capital of St. Thomas. This airport is the busiest airport in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This airport is the heart of the island’s tourism. Approximately 1.5 million passengers use this airport annually. Major airlines such as Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta, United Airlines, and Frontier Airlines fly to this airport. There are direct flights from cities in the US such as Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and New York JFK.
Airport Name:
Cyril E. King Airport
IATA Code:
STT
ICAO:
TIST
Location:
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
How to Get to Cyril E. King Airport?
The airport is approximately 2 miles from downtown Charlotte Amalie. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the airport by car from downtown. If you follow Lindbergh Bay Road from the main arteries, you can reach the airport directly. During peak hours, the journey takes 15-20 minutes. You can spend your last moments on the island in a wonderful way while traveling along the road with a sea view. Taxis are often preferred for transportation to the airport.
Airport Map
Cyril E. King Airport has a single terminal. The terminal has two floors. Check-in is on the ground floor of the terminal. Shops and restaurants are located in the area after security control, where the waiting area is located. Restaurants, cafes, gift shops, and duty-free shops are in this area.The main section of the terminal serves flights to the US and Puerto Rico. The airport is not that big. Therefore, you will find your way around the terminal very easily. There is no chance of getting lost here. As you walk through the terminal, you can see views of the turquoise sea and palm trees from the windows.
Parking
The short-term parking area at the airport is located just outside the terminal. This parking area is within walking distance of the terminal. After parking your car, it takes only 1-2 minutes to walk to the terminal. This parking area charges by the hour. If you are dropping someone off at the airport or picking someone up, you can park your car here. This area fills up quickly during busy travel periods. Therefore, if you plan to park your car, I recommend arriving at the airport early.There is no traditional long-term parking area at the terminal. This parking lot is currently under construction. You can park your car on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the parking garage. Long-term parking fees are calculated on a daily basis.
STT Airport Taxi
- Taxi stands are located just outside the terminal. You can reach the city center in 10 minutes by taxi. St. Thomas taxis operate on fixed rates. Therefore, before getting in the taxi, tell the driver your destination and find out the exact fare. These fixed rates are set by the Virgin Islands Taxi Association. You will pay around $10-12 USD to get to Charlotte Amalie.
Important Phone Numbers
- • Police/Fire/Ambulance: 911
- • Police (St. Thomas): (340) 774-2211
- • Coast Guard: (340) 776-3497
- • STT Airport Information: (340) 774-5100
- • Lost & Found: (340) 774-1455
- • VI Tourism Office: (800) 372-8784
Quick facts
22.1 miles
11.7 miles
+1-340-774-1629
New York
First Time in Saint Thomas
When you set foot in St. Thomas, you will be enchanted by the island’s magic. The practical information I will give you will make your vacation much more productive. As soon as you leave the airport, I definitely recommend renting a car so you can freely explore every corner of the island. Remember, traffic flows on the left here, so be prepared for this before getting behind the wheel. You should spend your first day exploring the historic streets of Charlotte Amalie, the heart of the island. The colorful buildings, duty-free shops, and the famous 99 Steps await you here. In the afternoon, be sure to visit a world-famous beach like Magens Bay. Swimming in the Caribbean’s unique turquoise waters is wonderful. For dinner, you can sample fresh seafood at one of the restaurants in the harbor area. There are many places to visit in St. Thomas. I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful vacation here.