Cyril E. King Airport is located approximately 5 miles (8 km) from Charlotte Amalie, capital of the US Virgin Islands on the island of Saint Thomas.
It is the busier of the territory's two airports and the most common gateway to Saint Thomas, renowned for Magens Bay and the historic harbor of Charlotte Amalie, of Danish colonial origin.
How to get to Cyril E. King Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to STT
Parking near Cyril E. King Airport
There is a parking area near the terminal.
How to get to Charlotte Amalie from STT
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at Cyril E. King Airport
The major car rental companies have desks at the airport; remember that on Saint Thomas you drive on the left despite vehicles having the steering wheel on the left as in the USA.
Hotels near Cyril E. King Airport
Charlotte Amalie and Frenchman's Reef
Hampton by Hilton, opposite the Havensight shopping centre, is about 6.5 km from the terminal (15-20 minutes); the Buoy Haus Beach Resort, on the Frenchman's Reef peninsula on the other side of the bay, is about 5.6 km away (15 minutes).
Best for: Those wanting the shortest transfer from the airport while still staying close to the capital's shops, port and restaurants.
- One of the island's shortest transfers for those with an early-morning flight
- The cruise-ship port, Havensight Mall and Charlotte Amalie's historic centre just minutes away
- The capital's rush-hour traffic can lengthen a transfer that looks short on paper
- The island's best beaches remain on the east side, half an hour away or more
Recommended hotels
- Hampton By Hilton Saint Thomas The first Hilton hotel in the US Virgin Islands, opened in 2025 opposite Havensight Mall; a 5-minute walk from the cruise port and half a mile from Yacht Haven Grande. View availability
- Buoy Haus Beach Resort St Thomas Autograph Collection A 94-room boutique wing reopened in 2023 after the $425 million rebuild of Frenchman's Reef, with direct beach access and ocean-view pools; on the other side of the bay from downtown Charlotte Amalie. View availability
Red Hook and Sapphire Beach
About 30-45 minutes by car or taxi from the airport depending on traffic, 17-19 km; it is also the longest journey among the two airports and tourist areas of the USVI islands described here.
Best for: Those wanting the east coast's beaches and the ferry to St John within easy reach, accepting the island's longest transfer from the airport.
- White-sand beaches and calm waters, among the island's best for snorkelling
- Red Hook is the departure point for the ferries to St John, handy for those wanting to visit both islands
- The island's longest transfer from the airport, to be planned with margin for early-morning flights
- A sprawling residential and tourist area, with less concentrated nightlife than Charlotte Amalie
Recommended hotels
- Sapphire Beach Resort and Marina Condo-resort with its own marina right on the beach at Sapphire Bay, a departure point for boat trips to St John and the British Virgin Islands; about 30 minutes from the airport. View availability
- Elysian Beach Resort A resort surrounded by greenery next to the St Thomas Yacht Club, a minute's walk from Cowpet Bay; on the opposite side of the island from the airport, toward the eastern tip. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The single terminal handles connections to mainland USA, Puerto Rico, and other Caribbean islands.
For flights it is recommended to arrive at least 2 hours early, although customs checks are not required for flights to mainland USA.
Map of Cyril E. King Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Do US citizens need a passport for the US Virgin Islands?
No, since it is a US territory, US citizens travel without immigration formalities, as on a domestic flight.
Q. How do you get around from Saint Thomas airport?
With shared taxis, the most common way to travel on the island, with fares generally calculated per person according to a published rate table; the trip to Charlotte Amalie takes about 20-25 minutes.
Q. Do you drive the same way as in the mainland US on Saint Thomas?
No, driving is on the left even though vehicles have the steering wheel on the left as on the US mainland: pay particular attention if you rent a car.
Q. Do you need to exchange currency for the US Virgin Islands?
No, the currency is the US dollar: arrive with US cash already, since foreign currency exchange services are limited.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
