Can I charter a private flight directly to Virgin Gorda?

Yes, though Virgin Gorda Airport's short runway limits it to turboprops and select light aircraft. Élan Aviation confirms aircraft suitability for VIJ, or arranges a routing through Beef Island or St. Thomas with a ground or ferry transfer when a larger aircraft is required.

What size aircraft can land at Virgin Gorda Airport?

VIJ's runway is approximately 3,100 feet and unpaved, which supports turboprops and a limited range of light aircraft. Most midsize and larger jets instead use Beef Island (Tortola) or St. Thomas with a short ferry or ground connection.

Is there a control tower at Virgin Gorda Airport?

No. VIJ is a non-towered airfield; arriving and departing aircraft coordinate over a common advisory frequency rather than with an air traffic control tower.

How close is the airport to Virgin Gorda's resorts?

VIJ sits about a mile from Spanish Town and is within a short drive of Little Dix Bay, Oil Nut Bay, and other North Sound villas and resorts.

What is the best alternative if my aircraft can't use Virgin Gorda's runway?

Many travelers fly private into Beef Island (Tortola) or Cyril E. King Airport (St. Thomas) and continue to Virgin Gorda by private ferry or ground transfer. Your charter advisor can arrange either routing.

Terminal building at Virgin Gorda Airport in the British Virgin Islands

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Private Flights fromVirgin Gorda Airport (VIJ)

Fly private into Virgin Gorda Airport and land minutes from the Baths, Little Dix Bay, and North Sound. Élan Aviation arranges on-demand charter flights to VIJ from St. Thomas, San Juan, and the wider northeast Caribbean.

Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, VGOn-demand private charter24/7 charter support

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Longest Runway3,100 ft

Airport CodesVIJ / TUPW

LocationSpanish Town, Virgin Gorda, VG

Field Elevation14 ft

Airport Staff24 / 7

Airport Weather

Weather at VIJ

Current conditions at Virgin Gorda Airport

83°F

Mainly clear

Feels like

87°F

Wind

14 mph

Humidity

72%

Private Jet Charter from VIJ

Fly private from Virgin Gorda Airport

Virgin Gorda Airport (VIJ) is a short-runway strip at Spanish Town, positioned close to the island's resorts, villas, and the Baths National Park. It is the fastest way to reach Virgin Gorda without a ferry connection from Tortola or St. Thomas.

Because the runway is short, VIJ is best suited to turboprops and a limited number of light aircraft. Élan Aviation and your charter operator confirm aircraft suitability, weight, and performance before booking any flight into VIJ, and can arrange a nearby alternate such as Beef Island or St. Thomas paired with ground or ferry transfer when needed.

Whether you're headed to Little Dix Bay, Oil Nut Bay, or a private villa in North Sound, your charter advisor compares suitable aircraft and coordinates ground transportation so your arrival on Virgin Gorda is as direct as possible.

Why depart privately from VIJ?

Land on Virgin Gorda directly instead of ferrying over from Tortola or St. Thomas
Time your arrival to a resort check-in or yacht charter departure
Access short inter-island routings throughout the Virgin Islands
Rely on your charter advisor to confirm aircraft suitability for the short runway
Coordinate ground transportation to North Sound, Spanish Town, or Little Dix Bay

Runway information

1 unpaved (dirt) runway

12/30

3,100 × 60 ftUnpaved (dirt)

Short unpaved runway suited to turboprops and select light aircraft; no on-field control tower.

On-site Facilities

Built around private aviation

Turboprop and light aircraft access

The runway accommodates turboprops and select light aircraft suited to short-field operations.

Resort proximity

The airfield is close to Spanish Town, Little Dix Bay, and North Sound villas and resorts.

Non-towered operations

Aircraft coordinate via common advisory frequency in the absence of an on-field control tower.

Ground and ferry coordination

Élan Aviation arranges ground transportation or private ferry connections as needed.

Alternate airport routing

Larger-aircraft itineraries can route through Beef Island or St. Thomas with a short transfer.

Private charter flexibility

Choose the aircraft, departure time, and itinerary that best fit your group and mission.

Operational details can change. Élan Aviation confirms handling, customs, NOTAMs, airport hours, and aircraft suitability for each itinerary.

Popular Private Routes

Destinations from VIJ

Explore private-flight destination guides from Virgin Gorda Airport. Flight times are estimates and vary by aircraft, routing, and conditions.

Aerial sunset view of Charlotte Amalie harbor and cruise ships, Saint Thomas

St. Thomas

U.S. Virgin Islands

Estimated flight timeAbout 20 min

San Juan

Puerto Rico

Estimated flight timeAbout 30 min

Great Bay Beach in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, with palm trees, boats moored in turquoise water, and green hills rising behind the town

St. Maarten / St. Martin

Sint Maarten / Saint-Martin

Estimated flight timeAbout 30 min

Anguilla

Estimated flight timeAbout 30 min

St. Barthelemy (St. Barts)

Saint Barthélemy

Estimated flight timeAbout 35 min

Private Flight FAQs

Flying private from Virgin Gorda Airport

Common questions about chartering a private jet from VIJ, choosing an aircraft, and planning your departure.

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