How to get to the island of St Barth?
A little piece of paradise like Saint Barts, it has to be earned! Located more than 6,700 miles apart from France, this small pearl of the Caribbean awaits you for an exotic vacation. There are two ways to come to St Barth: by plane or by boat. Depending on where you are starting from, the journey can be long and tiring, but it will quickly be forgotten when you discover these idyllic landscapes. If you are wondering how to get to the island of Saint Barthelemy, follow the guide!
How to come to St Barts by plane?
Passengers from Europe will first need to fly to Juliana Airport in Sint Marteen, or Pointe-à-Pitre in Guadeloupe.
As for passengers coming from the United States, the easiest way is to go to the airport of San Juan in Puerto Rico or Juliana in Sint Marteen.
Then you will have to take a second flight to reach the island of St Barts. Regardless of the company, this flight is carried out in a small plane with only a dozen seats.
Reach St Barths from Juliana airport in Sint Marteen:
Two airlines offer direct flights to Saint Barthelemy. The flight duration is only 10 minutes, during which you can enjoy a magnificent view of the sea. The landing is spectacular but safe!
- St Barth Commuter: https://www.stbarthcommuter.com/en/
- Winair: https://www.fly-winair.sx/st-barths-7.html
Reach St Barths from San Juan Airport in Puerto Rico:
The flight duration is approximately 1 hour. The company operates a daily flight service to the island of St Barts. Enjoy a superb view of St Jean Airport beach on arrival. Private flight possible on request.
- Direct flight with Tradewind: https://www.flytradewind.com/
Reach St Barth from Pointe-à-Pitre airport in Guadeloupe:
The flight duration is approximately 1 hour. Enjoy incredible views of the Caribbean Sea. Private flight is possible on request.
- Direct flight to St Barth with Air Antilles: https://www.airantilles.com/
For a simplified organization, you can trust our partner Easyway: the company will book your plane tickets on regular or private flights, organize transfers as well as the tracking of your luggage with a VIP service: https://www.easyway-sbh.com/fr/
How to come to St Barts by boat?
Coming to the island of Saint Barthelemy by boat is a unique experience! If you love to travel at sea or don't want to take a plane, this is the perfect solution. On the other hand, if you get seasick easily, we recommend you to take a plane because the crossing can be difficult depending on the weather.
From St Marteen, the duration of the trip is between 40 and 60 minutes depending on the port of departure.
There are two ferry companies:
- Great Bay Express from Phillisburg Port: https://www.greatbayferry.com/
- Traveling ferry from the port of Marigot: https://voy12.com/en/
Coming to Saint Barth by private boat
Our partner Master Ski Pilou can organize your transfer from Juliana airport by private boat, with VIP service available 24/7: