Southwest Is Launching New Flights to This Caribbean Destination Next Month-With Fares From $128

"It's a brand new year and that means it will soon be even easier for travelers to reach the U.S. Virgin Islands as Southwest Airlines prepares to launch new flights there next month. Southwest will kick off its travel to the popular Caribbean island on Feb. 5, 2026, with flights between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and the Cyril E. King Airport (STT) in St. Thomas, according to the carrier."

"One-way flights start at $128 from Baltimore and start at $168 from Orlando, according to a Google Flights search by Travel + Leisure. "The launch of nonstop service from Baltimore enhances our connectivity to the Delmarva Peninsula and surrounding Mid-Atlantic region-an important and growing market for the U.S. Virgin Islands.""

"As a United States territory, American travelers who head to the USVI are not required to have a passport, according to the government. Instead, they must show proof of citizenship (like a birth certificate with a raised seal) along with a government-issued ID to board flights. St. Thomas boasts plenty to do for both beach goers and outdoor enthusiasts and offers easy access to an amazing nearby national park along with plenty of incredible all-inclusive resorts to base yourself in."

Southwest Airlines will begin nonstop service to Cyril E. King Airport (STT) in St. Thomas from Orlando International Airport (MCO) on Feb. 5, 2026, and from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) on Feb. 7, 2026. Flights from Orlando take just under three hours and flights from Baltimore take just over four hours. One-way fares start around $128 from Baltimore and $168 from Orlando per a Google Flights check. U.S. travelers to the U.S. Virgin Islands may present proof of citizenship and a government-issued ID rather than a passport. St. Thomas offers beaches, outdoor activities, a nearby national park, and numerous all-inclusive resorts.

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