Sunrise Airways Flight to St. Kitts – Nevis
Sunrise Airways has announced a significant expansion of its regional flight services, strengthening air connectivity across the Eastern Caribbean. Beginning May 25, 2024, the airline will introduce expanded operations to Antigua, Dominica, St. Kitts, and Saint Lucia, offering travelers more frequent and flexible options for inter-island travel.
This strategic move reflects Sunrise Airways’ commitment to meeting rising travel demand while supporting tourism growth and regional integration. With services operating six days per week, the expansion is designed to improve convenience for both leisure and business travelers navigating the Caribbean.
New Routes and Increased Flight Frequencies
The expanded schedule will see multiple daily connections between key island hubs. According to the airline, routes between Antigua and Dominica, as well as Antigua and St. Kitts and Nevis, will operate twice daily. Meanwhile, the Antigua to Saint Lucia route will operate once per day.
These frequencies are intended to provide travelers with greater scheduling flexibility, enabling same-day connections and smoother onward journeys throughout the region.
- Antigua to Dominica: two flights daily
- Antigua to St. Kitts and Nevis: two flights daily
- Antigua to Saint Lucia: one flight daily
- Operations available six days per week
Aircraft and Onboard Experience
All expanded routes will be operated using the Embraer 120 (EMB-120) twin-turboprop aircraft. This aircraft is well-suited for short regional routes and is known for its reliability and efficiency in island-hopping operations.
The Embraer 120 offers seating for up to 30 passengers, allowing for a comfortable and relaxed travel experience. Sunrise Airways has emphasized its focus on providing quality onboard amenities, ensuring that passengers enjoy a smooth and memorable journey from takeoff to landing.
Key Features of the Embraer 120
- Maximum seating capacity of 30 passengers
- Twin-turboprop design ideal for regional routes
- Efficient performance for short-haul Caribbean travel
- Comfort-focused cabin layout
Strengthening Regional Connectivity
The expansion is part of Sunrise Airways’ broader vision to improve air links between Caribbean destinations. By increasing service frequency and adding strategic routes, the airline aims to make regional travel more accessible while supporting economic and tourism development across participating islands.
Currently, Sunrise Airways serves a total of 12 gateways, including six destinations in the Caribbean and six in Central America. This growing network allows travelers to move more easily between islands and connect to international routes.
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Haiti
- Panama City
- St. Maarten
- Guadeloupe
By expanding its Eastern Caribbean footprint, the airline is reinforcing its role as a key regional carrier with a focus on connectivity and convenience.
Supporting Tourism and Airline Partnerships
In addition to enhancing travel options, Sunrise Airways’ leadership has highlighted the importance of collaboration between airlines and island nations. Strengthening these partnerships is seen as a vital step in supporting the long-term growth of the regional aviation sector.
Authorities believe that improved air access will encourage more visitors to explore multiple destinations in a single trip, benefiting local economies and tourism-related businesses.
Leadership Vision for a Connected Caribbean
Philippe Bayard, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sunrise Airways, shared the airline’s vision of uniting the Caribbean under a single, well-connected regional network. He emphasized that the new routes and increased rotations between Antigua, Dominica, and St. Kitts are designed to provide travelers with greater flexibility and choice.
The connection between Antigua and Saint Lucia, two of the region’s most popular tourist destinations, is expected to play a particularly important role. Enhanced air service between these islands will make it easier for visitors to experience their distinct cultures, landscapes, and attractions.
Looking Ahead
Sunrise Airways continues to explore opportunities to further expand its presence in the Eastern Caribbean. With a focus on fostering regional ties and responding to growing travel demand, the airline aims to attract more travelers while supporting the development of a stronger, more connected Caribbean aviation network.
The expanded services mark another step forward in making inter-island travel more efficient, comfortable, and accessible for residents and visitors alike.