Getting Here · Flights & Ferry
Getting Here: Flights to Union Island
Union Island has its own airport but is unspoilt by mass tourism, so the routes don’t show up on a normal flight search. Here’s the simple way to get to the heart of the Grenadines.
Fly to Union Island through Barbados or Saint Vincent, then take a short inter-island flight into the heart of the Grenadines. This page explains the easiest flight routes, board bag tips and travel options.
✓ Via Barbados, no overnight
✓ Via Saint Vincent, overnight
✓ SVGair inter island
✓ No visa for most countries
Easier to reach than you think
Flights to Union Island
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Barbados
No overnight
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Saint Vincent
One overnight
Union IslandYou’ve arrived
Two flights to Union Island. Book your flights, and we’ll help arrange your stay, lessons, and island experience.
Two ways in
Choose your route to Union Island
Fastest · no overnight
Option 1, via Barbados (BGI)
The most direct route, slightly more expensive. Most major airlines fly to Barbados, which has daily connections to Union Island.
- Fly to Barbados (BGI) on any major airline
- Connect to Union Island with SVGair (flysvgair.com)
- Around US$550 return on the short hop
- Check connection times so you make the link
Cheaper · one overnight
Option 2, via Saint Vincent (AIA)
Longer travel time but slightly cheaper, with easy connections from the USA and Canada to the Argyle airport.
- Fly to Saint Vincent from America or anywhere
- Look online for hotels near the airport for the overnight stay
- SVG Air to Union next morning, ~US$100 one way
- Or local ferry ~US$50–60 (Fast ferry available on selected days only).
For current ferry days, routes and fares from St. Vincent, use the ferry schedule page before choosing the ferry option.
* While traveling via Saint Vincent is often cheaper, hotel and taxi costs can quickly reduce the savings. Delayed luggage can also be more difficult to transfer to Union Island if you choose the ferry option.
Inter-island flight important info
- Book your inter-island flight first. Schedules change and seats are limited, so confirm the Barbados→Union or Saint Vincent→Union flight with SVG Air before booking your main international flight.
- Email or WhatsApp SVG Air for availability, as the website often does not show real availability.
- Ask SVG Air whether your connecting time allows you to catch their Union Island connection.
Travel lighter
Rent gear and travel lighter
Small inter-island flights can take board bags for an extra fee, but space is limited and bags may be delayed by a day during busy periods. Our weekly rental special lets riders use quality Duotone kites, boards and wings without carrying a full board bag through every connection.
Book your accommodation
Where to stay on Union Island
Current Kite Holiday Accommodation
Villa and suite-style accommodation near the kitesurfing spot. Book with us for free Kite Beach amenities. Reserve your room →
Mer et Sel Villa & Suites
A private villa and suites option close to the spots, ideal for couples and groups. View the villa →
Kitesurfing Holidays With Lessons
Build your trip around private kitesurfing lessons, warm shallow water, accommodation support, and Grenadines planning from Union Island. See the kitesurfing lessons →
Need a hand planning your trip?
Tell us where you’re flying from and your dates, we’ll help you find the simplest route and confirm your inter island flights.