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Cape Air
EIS–SJU · Multiple daily · Cessna 402 · interline w/ American
Silver Airways
EIS–SJU · Daily · ATR 42/72
Fly the Whale
EIS–SJU · 3x daily · Cessna Grand Caravan · departs from Isla Grande (SIG)
📋 Route Details
At a Glance
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Flight Time
~40 min
EIS to San Juan Isla Grande or LMM
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Avg Fare
$60–120
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Arrives At
SJU or SIG
Fly the Whale uses Isla Grande (SIG) airport
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Connections
Worldwide
SJU connects to all US hubs + international
Route Guide
The Lifeline Flight
The EIS–SJU route is the most important in Tortola aviation. For residents, it's the gateway to the mainland — the first leg of every business trip, medical appointment, and family visit. For visitors, it's often the final inter-island hop before the long flight home. Three carriers operate this route with combined service throughout the day, making it the most reliably connected inter-island route from EIS. Note that Fly the Whale's SJU service now operates from Isla Grande Airport (SIG) rather than Luis Muñoz Marín — a practical upgrade for travelers who want to avoid the sprawling main terminal.
💡 Booking Tips
Tips for This Route
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Two San Juan Airports
Fly the Whale now operates from Isla Grande Airport (SIG) — a smaller, more convenient airport in Santurce, about 12–15 minutes from Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU). If you're connecting to a mainline flight, confirm which airport your EIS flight arrives at.
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Build Connection Time at SJU
Allow at least 90 minutes between your EIS arrival and any onward departures from LMM. The inter-island terminal is separate from the main international gates — factor in the transfer and potential baggage claim.
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Interline Ticketing
Cape Air has interline agreements with American Airlines. Booking a through-ticket EIS–SJU–[mainland] on American protects you if the Cape Air segment is delayed — AA will rebook your connection at no charge.
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San Juan Is Worth a Stop
If you have a layover of 3+ hours, consider heading to Old San Juan — 15 minutes by taxi from the airport. The colorful colonial streets, El Morro fortress, and excellent restaurants make it one of the best airport layovers in the Caribbean.
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