Philadelphia to Vieux Fort (PHL–UVF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–UVF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,003 miles in approximately 4h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 2 | 321 | 4h44 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Vieux Fort from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→UVF | EWR→UVF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 44m | 4h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · UVF: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 6:00 PM in Vieux Fort.
US passport holders enter Saint Lucia visa-free for up to 6 weeks (42 days). No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. Saint Lucia has two airports: Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in the south near Vieux Fort, which handles most international flights, and George F.L. Charles Airport (SLU) near Castries in the north, which handles inter-island and smaller aircraft.
The 6-week stay can be extended at the Immigration Department in Castries for up to 12 months total. Saint Lucia's two volcanic peaks, Gros Piton (770m) and Petit Piton (743m), are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the island's defining landmark. The drive from UVF to the Pitons and Soufriere takes about 1 hour along coastal roads. Sulphur Springs, the Caribbean's only drive-in volcano, sits between the Pitons. Marigot Bay, Rodney Bay, and Sugar Beach are the main beach and resort areas.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to UVF run about 3 hours 30 minutes on American Airlines. New York JFK to UVF runs about 4 hours 30 minutes on JetBlue. Charlotte, Atlanta, and Fort Lauderdale also have direct service. Saint Lucia uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), pegged at XCD 2.70 per $1. US dollars are accepted at hotels, restaurants, and tourist businesses. ATMs in Castries, Rodney Bay, and Soufriere dispense XCD. Card payments work at most tourist-facing businesses. Taxis are not metered: government-set rates are posted at the airports. UVF to Soufriere costs about XCD 175 ($65). UVF to Rodney Bay costs about XCD 230 ($85). Minibuses run between towns for XCD 2 to XCD 8 per ride.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
PHL–UVF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to UVF
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PHL to UVF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to UVF ranges from 4 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,003 miles (3,224 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via EWR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).