Saint Lucia has two main airports, each serving different types of flights and regions of the island:
1. Hewanorra International Airport (UVF)
- Location: Vieux Fort (Southern Saint Lucia)
- Main International Airport
- Handles long-haul flights from North America, Europe, and other Caribbean nations
- Airlines: American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue, Air Canada, Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and more
- Currently undergoing major expansion to modernize facilities
2. George F.L. Charles Airport (SLU)
- Location: Near Castries (Northern Saint Lucia)
- Regional and inter-island flights only
- Handles flights from Barbados, Trinidad, Antigua, Grenada, etc.
- Airlines: LIAT, Caribbean Airlines, interCaribbean Airways
- Very convenient for travelers staying in Castries, Rodney Bay, or Gros Islet
Quick Comparison:
| Feature | Hewanorra (UVF) | George F.L. Charles (SLU) |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Vieux Fort (South) | Castries (North) |
| Type of Flights | International | Regional |
| Major Airlines | JetBlue, BA, AA, etc. | LIAT, interCaribbean |
| Nearby Tourist Areas | Soufrière, Laborie | Castries, Rodney Bay |
