Direct to St. Croix, thoughtfully planned
This is a straightforward nonstop from Miami to St. Croix. Routing usually tracks southeast past Cay Sal Bank into Virgin Islands airspace. Henry E. Rohlsen International Airport has a 10,004‑foot runway, ample ramp space, and reliable private‑flight handling. At about 990 nautical miles, the leg fits efficient light and midsize jets without a fuel stop.
Because the U.S. Virgin Islands sit outside the U.S. customs territory, the return to the mainland includes a brief customs and agriculture inspection coordinated in advance. We confirm with the CBP team before departure from St. Croix, plan alternates for tropical weather, and time departures to avoid South Florida afternoon thunderstorms. Alternates typically include San Juan and St. Thomas, depending on winds and cell coverage.
Recommended Aircraft
Citation CJ3+
Rough Estimate
$40,900 (Rond Trip)
Capacity
Up to 7 people
Flight Time
2:45
AvSky gives you clarity on scheduling and customs
Tell us your dates and passenger count. We secure the arrival window, coordinate U.S. Virgin Islands pre‑departure customs for your return, and price everything in one quote — including handling, security, fuel, and alternates. Plus, our team manages routing and schedule changes in real time, so we can minimize delays due to shifting weather.
These estimates are for a round-trip, Friday through Sunday trip. Your actual quote will vary depending on factors like season, available aircraft and more, and may be more or less than the estimates on this page.
King Air 350i
8 People
$33,000
Citation XLS+
8 people
$51,300
Praetor 600
10 people
$64,300
Challenger 604
10 people
$75,600
Select the right Miami departure to match customs hours and onward connections
Most Miami charters use Opa‑locka Executive for privacy and quick access. Miami Executive is equally convenient to southwest neighborhoods. If you are connecting with an airline, Miami International can simplify transfers.
Select the right Miami departure to match customs hours and onward connections
Most Miami charters use Opa‑locka Executive for privacy and quick access. Miami Executive is equally convenient to southwest neighborhoods. If you are connecting with an airline, Miami International can simplify transfers.
Departing Miami
14201 NW 42 Avenue, Opa‑locka, FL 33054
12800 SW 145th Avenue, Miami, FL 33186
2100 NW 42nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
Arriving St. Croix
9936 Airport Road, Kingshill, VI 00850
Your perfect St. Croix trip
St. Croix balances easygoing beaches with serious day trips: sail to Buck Island’s coral gardens, tour Christiansted’s waterfront and Fort Christiansvaern, and linger in Frederiksted at sunset. Between excursions, reserve time for rum tastings, reef‑safe snorkeling, and breezy lunches under tamarind trees.
The Citation CJ3+ seats seven in a quiet cabin with an enclosed lavatory and generous baggage, easily handling dive gear and golf bags. For larger groups or extra range, consider a midsize jet for added cabin height and a second pilot by default, with similar nonstop timing on this route.
Winter trades bring stable air and smooth approaches; summer delivers afternoon thunderstorms over South Florida. We target morning departures, file alternates in Puerto Rico if needed, and coordinate U.S. Virgin Islands pre‑departure customs checks before your return flight. Hurricane season runs June through November; we track systems closely and plan fuel for deviations.
Reefs, Ridges & Rum Traditions
Restored 18th‑century sugar estate tells the story of plantation life with original windmill ruins.
Late‑December parades blend quadrille dancers, steel pans, and moko jumbie stilt walkers.
Coral ledge drops from 40 to 3,000 feet within a five‑minute surface swim. Sea turtles are daily visitors.
Stand at the easternmost point of U.S. territory; the first sunrise in the States breaks over wave‑carved cliffs.
Yes. In most cases, light and midsize jets comfortably cover this route without a fuel stop. We’ll confirm runway performance, winds, and passenger load before dispatch. If weather forces a change, expect a short hold or a reposition to San Juan or St. Thomas, then continue to St. Croix.
Because the U.S. Virgin Islands are outside the U.S. customs territory, we arrange a brief pre‑departure inspection in St. Croix, then clear customs and agriculture on arrival in Florida at an airport with on‑field CBP. We book times in advance and build buffers so your ground stop stays short and predictable.
Opa‑locka is the most popular for privacy and short drives to Miami Beach and downtown. Miami Executive suits Pinecrest, Coral Gables, and southwest neighborhoods. For airline connections, Miami International or Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood simplify transfers. Fort Lauderdale Executive works well for North Broward.
On a light jet like the Citation CJ3+, seven travelers can bring standard roller bags plus soft duffels. Dive gear and a couple of golf bags usually fit as well. Tell us early if you plan to bring coolers or photo cases so we can pre‑brief handling and upsize the aircraft if useful.
December through April brings steady trade winds and generally smooth approaches. From June through September, South Florida thunderstorms are common, especially midafternoon. We prefer morning departures and keep alternates nearby. Hurricane season runs June to November; we watch systems closely and adjust routings or departure days before weather becomes disruptive.