Direct Flights from Miami to the BVI to begin

12/01/2016

Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, OBE has announced that direct flights from the Virgin Islands to Miami and back, will soon be available through the services of BVI Airways.  

This is the first service of its kind, and is themed ‘A Game Changer’:  BVI Direct. It is anticipated to have great significance to the development of the Virgin Islands, especially in the area of tourism and financial services.

Direct Flights from Miami

Premier Smith made the announcement during an official ceremony held on Tuesday, January 12. He stated, “Today, it is my special pleasure to announce that we have made good on that promise of direct flights to and from the United States mainland, by partnering with BVI Airways to have direct flights between the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport and the Miami International Airport.” 

Premier Smith said direct flights between Miami and the BVI will commence in the fall of this year as BVI Airway goes through the approvals process with London and Washington.

 

To read the full article, visit the Government of the Virgin Islands' Website.