EIS is Beef Island — connected to Tortola by bridge
Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (IATA: EIS, ICAO: TUPJ) sits on Beef Island, a small cay linked to the eastern tip of Tortola by the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge. The airport is just minutes from Road Town, the BVI capital, and serves as the main air gateway to the British Virgin Islands. Most visitors connect through San Juan (SJU) or St. Thomas (STT) before continuing to EIS on a regional carrier.
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Small regional aircraft and seaplanes operating under VFR rules may show limited or no live tracking data. Many travelers reach Tortola via ferry from St. Thomas — a fast, scenic crossing. See the ferry guide →
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Customs & Immigration
The BVI is a British Overseas Territory — all visitors clear customs on arrival, including U.S. citizens. A valid passport is required. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays under 30 days. Have your return ticket and accommodation details ready.
Regular ferry service connects Tortola's West End and Road Town to St. Thomas (Red Hook / Charlotte Amalie). A popular option for travelers connecting onward.
Rental agencies available at EIS terminal. Remember: drive on the LEFT in the BVI — roads are British-style. Book in advance during peak season (Dec–April).
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EIS Airport — Common Questions
Everything travelers ask about flying to and from Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
Cape Air and Silver Airways operate the most frequent service into EIS, with daily connections from San Juan (SJU). Air Sunshine offers inter-island service from St. Thomas (STT). Most travelers from the U.S. mainland connect through San Juan or St. Thomas before continuing to Tortola on a regional carrier. Some also opt for the fast ferry from St. Thomas as an alternative to flying into EIS.
Yes — a valid passport is required for all visitors to the British Virgin Islands, including U.S. citizens. The BVI is a British Overseas Territory and operates its own customs and immigration. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays under 30 days. Have your passport, return ticket, and accommodation address ready at the immigration desk.
EIS is the IATA code for Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport, located on Beef Island — a small cay off the eastern tip of Tortola, connected by the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge. The drive from the airport to Road Town (the BVI capital) takes about 20–25 minutes. Despite the name "international," EIS primarily handles regional prop and turboprop aircraft; the runway cannot accommodate wide-body jets.
Taxis queue outside the terminal after each arrival. Shared taxis run set per-person rates — roughly $15/pp to Road Town, $25/pp to the West End ferry dock. Private taxis are available at negotiated rates. Rental car agencies also operate at EIS. There is no public bus service from the airport.
For many travelers, yes. The ferry from Red Hook, St. Thomas to West End, Tortola takes about 30 minutes and runs multiple times daily. From Charlotte Amalie, ferries go to Road Town (about 45 minutes). If you're already in St. Thomas, the ferry can be faster door-to-door than flying — no airport security, and you land close to where you want to be. See the full ferry guide →
Mid-December through April is peak season — dry weather, calm seas, and the highest demand for flights and villas. The BVI Spring Regatta in late March/April is one of the busiest periods. May and June offer excellent value with thinner crowds. July through November is hurricane season — discounted rates but weather risk. The BVI is a world-class sailing destination, so many visitors time their trips around regattas and charter seasons.
