Getting Here
GETTING HERE
Whether you choose to fly direct, stop off on a cruise or just pop over from one of the neighboring islands you will find a warm Saint Lucian welcome awaits. So beautiful she has been nicknamed “The Helen of the West”, Saint Lucia is just 27 miles long and 14 miles wide, and lined with beautiful palm-fringed beaches. But beaches are just an introduction to the immense beauty that Saint Lucia has to offer.
ELECTRONIC IMMIGRATION FORM
All travellers arriving by air are strongly encouraged to complete their immigration form online prior to arrival to avoid any delays on arrival. The online form can be completed wherever the internet is available prior to landing in Saint Lucia, including on board flights that offer internet services. Please click here for the form.
FLIGHTS TO ST LUCIA
From North America, direct service to Saint Lucia is available on American Airlines from Miami, Charlotte and Philadelphia; on JetBlue from New York and Boston; on Delta from Atlanta and on United Airlines from New Jersey and Chicago.
Air Canada and WestJet also fly direct from Toronto year round, whilst direct service from Montreal is available at peak times of the year on Air Canada and some chartered services. Virgin Atlantic offers four and five weekly flights from Gatwick and British Airways provides seven weekly flights, also direct from Gatwick. A weekly service is however available direct from Manchester on Fly Thomas Cook at peak times of the year. Nearby Martinique has 2 flights a day from Paris, plus flights from New York & Fort Lauderdale and can connect through to St. Lucia.
Inter-island travel is well serviced by several airlines including LIAT, Air Caraibes, Air Antilles and Caribbean Airlines. Check with your travel agent or direct with the airlines for specific dates and availability.
US: American Airlines, Delta Airlines, JetBlue, & United Airlines
Canada: Air Canada, Sunwing Airlines, Transat & WestJet
UK & Germany: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, TUI Airways & Condor
Caribbean: Air Caraibes, Air Antilles, Caribbean Airlines & LIAT
Canada: Air Canada, Sunwing Airlines, Transat & WestJet
UK & Germany: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, TUI Airways & Condor
Caribbean: Air Caraibes, Air Antilles, Caribbean Airlines & LIAT
AIRPORTS
Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in Vieux Fort is located 40 miles south of Castries, the capital city. George F.L. Charles Airport is an inter-island airport just outside Castries.
DEPARTURE TAX
Departure tax is included in the price of the ticket for all passengers over 12 years leaving the island via air travel. For passengers leaving via sea travel, the departure tax is EC$33 or US$13 to be paid at the time of the departure.
TRANSFERS TO CAP MAISON
BY LAND
Please note prices are subject to change and are subject to 12.5% tax.
Regular Transfers
| AIRPORT | 1 – 3 PASSENGERS |
|---|---|
| Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) | US$112.50 |
| George FL Charles (SLU) | US$45.00 |
Premium Transfers
| AIRPORT | 1 – 2 PASSENGERS |
|---|---|
| Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) | US$135.00 |
Luxury Transfers
| AIRPORT | 1 – 4 Passengers |
|---|---|
| Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) | US$249.75 |
A more spacious, luxury vehicle as well as cold towels, bottled water and baby car seats or booster seats are included in the luxury package.
BY AIR
Helicopter transfer
An excellent way to travel, not as expensive as it may sound and only 10 minutes from the Airport in the South to the one in the North. Once you have cleared immigration and customs and exited the arrival terminal, please announce your arrival at the St. Lucia Helicopters desk and an agent will then direct you accordingly.
US$190.00 per person one way plus the cost of the car transfer to the resort at US$45.00 for 1-3 persons (20 mins).
Please note there is a weight restriction of 250 pounds over which an additional seat must be purchased. For consideration – 1 carryon per person is allowed and you may be required to wait for other passengers to fill the helicopter. If you prefer a private helicopter transfer this can be arranged at a cost of US$1140.00 each way.
For consideration –
1 carryon per person is allowed and you may be required to wait for other passengers to fill the helicopter. Private charters are also available. The remainder of your luggage is transported to the resort via land transfer from the International Airport and will arrive after your check-in. If you decide to book the helicopter for departure your luggage is collected as early as 8:30am at reception to be transported to the International Airport (UVF) by road ahead of your departure.
Please note that the above helicopter cost and terms and conditions of flight is regulated by The St Lucia Helicopter Company and can change without notice.
If you would like to reserve the helicopter please note that the helicopter company requires a credit card guarantee and only accepts Master Card or VISA. Your card will only be processed upon your arrival at the helipad, please travel with your card. Cancellation penalties apply within 24hrs of flight date.
BY WATER
Water Ferry (Approx 80mins)
- Air-Conditioned Cabin Seats – US$137.50 per person, one way
- Air-Conditioned Cabin Booth – US$150.00 per person, one way
- Open Air, Covered Upper Deck – US$175.00per person, one way
- US$75.00 Children under 12 (infants under 2 years on parents’ lap FREE)
Rates includes: Taxi transfers to and from resort & airport & the dock, wine, champagne, beers, soft drinks, bottled water & light snacks.
Subject to 12.5% taxes.
Water Taxi
Speed boat transfers View Fort dock then 6 minutes’ drive via taxi to the international airport.
- Up to 4 persons US$ 950.00 Private speed boat subject to 12.5% taxes.
- US$50.00 for every additional person.
Includes: drinks; piton beers, water, rum punch
Boat type: 32-foot speed boats with 300hp twin mercury Verado engines
EMAIL US
1-800-331-2713
