In a significant development for Caribbean aviation, interCaribbean Airways has inaugurated a new direct air service connecting San Juan, Puerto Rico with St. Kitts, marking a strategic enhancement to the region’s transportation network. The twice-weekly flight operation commenced with an official ceremony at Kayan Jet terminal, attended by government dignitaries, tourism executives, and airline representatives.
This new air bridge establishes vital connectivity between St. Kitts and one of the Caribbean’s most crucial aviation hubs, facilitating smoother travel for both regional passengers and international visitors transiting through San Juan from major gateway cities across the United States and Europe. The service operates with flights departing San Juan on Fridays and Mondays at 5:20 PM, arriving in St. Kitts at 6:30 PM, while return flights operate Thursdays and Sundays departing at 8:30 AM with arrival at 9:40 AM.
St. Kitts Tourism Minister Marsha T. Henderson emphasized the dual significance of recognizing the Puerto Rican market’s cultural and economic importance while simultaneously positioning San Juan as a strategic connection point for broader international growth. The enhanced airlift capacity is expected to generate substantial benefits across the local tourism ecosystem, supporting transportation providers, restaurants, and cultural experience operators.
Kelly Fontenelle, CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, characterized the launch as a meaningful milestone in regional connectivity achieved through collaborative efforts between multiple stakeholders. The initiative aligns with the destination’s strategic objective to diversify arrival sources and improve accessibility across key markets.
InterCaribbean Airways Chairman Lyndon Gardnier highlighted the route’s role in strengthening ties between Caribbean destinations while supporting family travel, business connections, and regional mobility. This expansion builds upon the airline’s growing partnership with St. Kitts and Nevis and reflects its broader commitment to improving intra-Caribbean air connectivity, addressing long-standing transportation challenges within the region.