Your Journey Starts Here
Closer Than You Think
The British Virgin Islands can be accessed by air or by sea. While there are no direct long-haul flights into Tortola from most cities, reaching the BVI is straightforward via regional Caribbean gateways — with excellent onward connections by plane, ferry, or private water taxi.
By Air
Flights to the BVI
Connecting Hubs
Flight Routes to the BVI
Antigua
ANULIAT Air
Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, St. Maarten
interCaribbean Airways
Direct into Tortola (EIS)
Winair
Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Maarten
Sunrise Airways
Antigua and Dominican Republic
San Juan, Puerto Rico
SJUinterCaribbean Airways
Frequent connections into Tortola
Cape Air
San Juan to Tortola & St. Thomas
Tradewind Aviation
Premium scheduled and charter services
St. Maarten
SXMLIAT Air
St. Maarten connections
Winair
Frequent regional flights into Tortola
interCaribbean Airways
Indirect via Antigua / other hubs
St. Kitts & USVI
SKB / STTLIAT Air
From St. Kitts
Cape Air
From St. Thomas, USVI
Sunrise Airways
From St. Kitts & Dominican Republic
Practical Advice
Helpful Travel Tips
Fly via a Caribbean Hub
The easiest route to Tortola is to fly into one of the major Caribbean gateways and connect via a short regional flight — typically 30–45 minutes.
Terrance B. Lettsome Airport
Tortola's main gateway airport (EIS) sits on Beef Island, linked to the main island by bridge. Be prepared for scenic but small aircraft on the final regional hop.
From Europe & the UK
Many direct transatlantic flights land in Antigua, St. Maarten, or Puerto Rico. From any of these, connecting onward to Tortola is straightforward and typically under an hour.
Fly-and-Ferry via St. Thomas
Fly into St. Thomas (USVI) and board a ferry to Road Town, Tortola — a stunning sea crossing that gives you your first taste of BVI sailing waters.
By Sea
Ferries from St. Thomas
For guests flying into St. Thomas, USVI (STT), ferries are an excellent way to cross into the BVI. Taxis are available immediately outside the STT terminal.
Charlotte Amalie
~10 mins by taxi from STT
The main St. Thomas town ferry terminal. Ferries depart regularly to Road Town, Tortola — journey time approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Red Hook
~30 mins by taxi from STT
East-end terminal running to West End, Tortola — popular with charterers joining boats at Soper's Hole.
Ferry Companies
Aquatic Rentals
Native Son Inc.
Smith's Ferry
Road Town Fast Ferry
Private Water Taxis
Want to skip the queues? A private water taxi offers a seamless, door-to-dock experience — met at the airport, driven to a private dock, and taken directly to your charter boat through customs. Highly recommended.
Chillout Charters
Private door-to-dock service from STT
Ocean Dreams Water Taxi
Flexible scheduling, direct to your yacht
Island Time Water Taxi
Relaxed, personalised transfers
Tender Too
Experienced private water taxi service
Dolphin Water Taxi
Efficient and friendly BVI transfers
Documentation
Entry Requirements
North America
U.S. and Canadian citizens require a valid passport to enter the British Virgin Islands. US citizens travelling by air to the Caribbean must present a passport or other WHTI-compliant documentation.
Europe
European citizens need a valid passport to enter the BVI. Residents of certain countries may also require a visa — check with the nearest British Embassy or BVI Tourist Board if in doubt.
From the Caribbean
Citizens from some Caribbean islands may need to obtain a visa to visit the BVI. Contact the Chief Immigration Officer or nearest BVI Tourist Board office to confirm your requirements.
Entry & Departure Taxes
Upon arrival you will be charged an Environmental and Tourism Levy of $10 per person. On departure, a departure tax of $20 per person applies.
Customs & Immigration Offices
Tortola — Road Town
Main Customs & Immigration Office
Tortola — Soper's Hole
West End Ferry Terminal
Virgin Gorda Airport
VG Customs & Immigration
Virgin Gorda - Spanish Town
Spanish Town Ferry Terminal
Jost Van Dyke — Great Harbour
Check-in point for JVD arrivals
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