JetBlue Launches Links to US Virgin Islands

US low-fare carrier JetBlue Airways has this week inaugurated flights between San Juan and the US Virgin Islands further strengthening its position in the Puerto Rican market. The airline has introduced twice-daily flights between San Juan's Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) and St Thomas International Airport (STT) and daily flights between San Juan and St Croix International Airport (STX), expanding its non-stop network from San Juan to eleven destinations.

"Since our inaugural service to the Commonwealth nearly a decade ago, Puerto Ricans have consistently made JetBlue their carrier of choice," said Scott Laurence, Vice President of Network Planning, JetBlue Airways. "It is thanks to their loyal support we've been able to maintain steady growth on the island, adding even more destinations for visitors and residents of Puerto Rico alike.”

"This additional airlift, estimated to bring over 70,000 passengers a year, strengthens Puerto Rico as the hub of the Caribbean region. The added service to both St. Croix and St. Thomas will allow us to maximize the market potential as the U.S. Virgin Islands are our top source of passengers from the Caribbean," said Mario Gonzalez Lafuente, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. "It will be an economic boost to important inbound tourism segments such as corporate, leisure, medical, entertainment, groups and conventions among others."