Getting to Anguilla by air or sea

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Steps
Arriving by Air
Arriving by Sea
Entry

  • Step 1: Fly direct to Anguilla or via a gateway airport.icon

    Fly direct to Anguilla from Miami (MIA) on American Airlines, or through gateway airports in San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, the Dominican Republic, Antigua, St. Barth’s, or by private plane. Many airlines offer direct flights through St. Maarten (SXM) from the US, Canada and Europe.  If not flying direct to Anguilla, when searching for flights, use the gateway airport as your destination, not Anguilla, for more options.

    Step 2: Then fly to Anguilla or travel by boat.

     iconicon Option A:

    From your choice of the international gateways take a second, short commercial or private flight to Anguilla’s Clayton J. Lloyd Airport (AXA).  Anguilla is just an 8-minute flight from St. Maarten (SXM) and a 50-minute flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU).

    Option B: icon icon

    Or, what many travelers find more flexible and economical, after flying into Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) on Anguilla’s closest neighbor, the Dutch/French island of St. Maarten/St. Martin, take a pre-arranged private or shared sea shuttle to Anguilla. Shuttles leave across the street from the airport and your shuttle service will provide transport between the airport and the shuttle.

    Step 3: Take a 5- to 10-minute taxi ride to Villa Alegria

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    Once you’ve arrived in Anguilla you will be tested again and then travel via approved taxi to Alegria to wait for your test results (typically returned within 12 hours). Our concierge can arrange the taxi for you.

    Step 4: Sit back, kick your shoes off and relax, you’re here.

    Complimentary welcome refreshments will be waiting for you and we can also pre-stock the villa with groceries and any other requests before you arrive (additional charge), as well as arrange restaurant delivery. You’ll stay in place enjoying the amenities at Alegria until your negative arrival test is confirmed, typically within 12 hours. Once confirmed you can explore the island freely and rent a car.

  • iconYou can fly direct to Anguilla’s airport (AXA) from Miami (MIA) via American Airlines. Direct flights are also available from Anguilla’s closest neighbor St. Maarten (SXM), Puerto Rico, Antigua and St. Thomas.

    TIP:  Most travelers will find flying into St. Maarten the fastest and most economical destination, so type in SXM as the airport code destination for your first flight. Then book a separate flight via Anguilla Air Services that departs from SXM to AXA.  

    Arriving by Your Own Private Plane

    Private planes may land at the Anguilla airport (AXA), but there are size restrictions.  Our concierge Michelle can assist you with planning, or you can contact the Clayton J. Llloyd International Airport for more information.

    Airports and Airlines

    Departing From

    Departing Airport

    Flight Time to Anguilla’s Clayton J. Lloyd Airport (AXA)

    Airlines

    Notes
    RECOMMENDED
    St. Maarten

    Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)

    8 Minutes

    		 Anguilla Air Services
    Trans Anguilla
    Liat

    With Anguilla Air Services’ VIP service, you can skip St. Maarten customs and recheck your bags through to Anguilla from the airline’s in-airport Transfer Desk.
    San Juan,
    Puerto Rico

    Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)

    55 Minutes

    		 Tradewind Aviation
    Cape Air
    Rainbow International Airlines

    St. Kitts

     Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw International Airport (RLB)

    Depends on Stops

    		 Liat
    Anguilla Air Services (Charter)

    Antigua

    VC Bird International Airport (ANU)

    50 Minutes

    		 Liat
    Tradewind Aviation

  • iconYou can get to Anguilla by sea from our neighbor island St. Maarten/St. Martin via scheduled public ferry from the island’s French side (St. Martin) or by private or semi-private charter ferry or boat from the Dutch side (St. Maarten). Many visitors prefer this option over flying into Anguilla from St. Maarten, as it is usually more economical and offers a wider choice of departure times.

    Anguilla Public Ferry

    The reliable public ferry runs daily between Marigot Port on St. Martin (the French side) and Anguilla’s Blowing Point Ferry Terminal every 45 minutes. The one-way trip takes approximately 25 minutes.  Your name must be on the ferry manifest at least 15 minutes before the ferry departs, but advance reservations are not required.

    Getting to the Public Ferry from the St. Maarten Airport

    From the Princess Juliana Airport in St. Maarten (the Dutch side) take a 25-minute taxi ride to Marigot Port on St. Martin (the French side).

    Public Ferry Schedule

    Please confirm the current ferry schedules with the Ferry Terminal.

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    Fares

    Fares are one-way.

    Departure Tax

    There is also a US departure tax per person 12 years and older from Anguilla to St. Martin (at the time of your final departure) and a $US departure tax per person 12 years and older from St. Martin to Anguilla.

    Prices are subject to change without notice.

    Private or Charter Boat

    As an alternative to the public ferry, you can take a private or semi-private shuttle or charter boat (often called ferries when used for scheduled crossings) which you book in advance.  Charter ferries and boats have higher per-person fares, but may be more affordable for larger groups who can book the entire boat. They also offer more flexible schedules, earlier and later crossings and depart from the convenient St. Maarten dock just three minutes from the airport on the Dutch side. Most companies will meet you at the airport and escort you to the pier.

    Fares

    Fares vary based on time of day and number of people in your party, but this method of transportation may be more economical for larger groups, or if you need early morning or late evening service.

    Reserving the entire boat costs more, but you can control the schedule. Shared semi-private charters have a set schedule. However, if another party is delayed, you may find yourself waiting for the other travelers before heading out.

    TIP: Booking a round-trip fare can save you money, so be sure to ask about discounts.

    Getting to the Charter Boat from the Airport

    These companies offer airport transfer service between St. Maarten’s Princess Juliana Airport and Anguilla’s Blowing Point Terminal. Our concierge is happy to assist you with arrangements or you can contact the charter companies directly for current pricing, schedules and booking.

    Who to Contact

    Start with our concierge as advance reservations are required and she can advise approved vendors providing service under the current health and safety protocols.

    Company Notes Phone Email
    GB Express  Scheduled daily service (264) 235-6205
    (264) 235-7010
    (321) 406-0414    		 afscs@anguillanet.com

    Link Ferry

    Scheduled service

    Offers discounts for round-trip fares

    		 (264) 729-0654
    (264) 235-3290
    After hours:
    (264) 497-2231    		 fbconnor@anguillanet.com

    Funtime Charters

    		 Times vary
    Offers 10 pm night charter to Anguilla    		 (264) 497-6511
    (264) 235-8106
    (866) 334-0047    		 funtimecharters@yahoo.com

    MV Shauna Ferries

    		Public ferry that can be chartered privately (264) 476-0975
    (264) 772-2031
    (264) 772-0542    		 myshauna6@hotmail.com
    Calypso Offers early morning departures (264) 584-8504 info@calypsochartersanguilla.com

  • Entry Requirements

    A valid passport with at least six months before expiration, as well a return or onward ticket(s) are required for all visitors. Plus all travelers must be approved for entry online and follow current COVID-19 traveler protocols listed on the Anguila Tourist Board website.

    Visas

    For visa information, please contact the Anguilla Department of Immigration.

    Customs & Immigration

    All persons traveling to and from Anguilla must clear Customs and Immigration at either Blowing Point Ferry Terminal or at Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport.

    If you are arriving by private boat, you must contact and clear Customs and Immigration at Sandy Ground. The facility is open from 8:30 am to Noon and then again from 1 pm to 4 pm.   For communications with the Sandy Ground Customs and Immigration port, please tune into VHF channel 16.

    Be sure to bring your passport with you on any day trips to neighboring islands.

    For more information contact the Anguilla Department of Customs.  All times and requirements subject to change at any time without notice.

    Pets & Service Animals

    Contact the Anguilla Agricultural Department for information on importation.

    Tourist Departure Tax

    There is a US departure tax per person 12 years and older from Anguilla to St. Martin/St. Maarten and a US departure tax per person 12 years and older from St. Martin/St. Maarten to Anguilla.

    Taxes are subject to change without notice.

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