Flights from St. Helena

Flights from St. Helena

Jamestown Airport, also known as Saint Helena Airport, is the only airport in St. Helena with scheduled passenger flights. In March, there are 4 flights to 3 airports in 2 countries.

All served by Airlink. Cabin classes that are available on flights from St. Helena are: Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from St. Helena. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from St. Helena? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map.

All airports in St. Helena

Travel from St. Helena!

All flights from St. Helena depart from the country's single airport: Jamestown airport. For more details on flights from this airport, scroll down this page or click the link below.

Airlines flying from St. Helena

Airlink is the only airline operating flights from St. Helena.

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from St. Helena. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

What places can I reach within 2,000 miles?

Where can I fly to within 3,000 miles?

Destinations from St. Helena by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from St. Helena arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

Where can you fly to within 4 hours?

Where can you fly to within 5 hours?

Best time to travel from St. Helena

Traveling from St. Helena offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including hot mediterranean, subtropical and desert. Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below. This way, you can easily organize your trip from St. Helena, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

From St. Helena you can currently reach one Hot Mediterranean destination with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy the Mediterranean areas in the Southern Hemisphere any time of the year, but spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) are the best times to visit, as hot summer days with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are frequent.

🌺 Subtropical destinations

At the moment, only 1 subtropical destination is accessible by a direct flight from St. Helena. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

Subtropical destinations located south of the equator can be visited year-round — with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F), but the best time to experience them is during the dry season. This season typically runs from late March to the end of May, offering travelers warm and delightful weather.

🏜️ Desert destinations

At the moment, there’s one desert destination you can reach with a direct flight from St. Helena. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

While the desert spots in the Southern Hemisphere listed below are suitable for visits year-round, it's recommended to avoid the intense heat of the summer months — with temperatures above 40°C (104°F) — for a more enjoyable trip. Instead, consider timing your visit between March and November for a more pleasant adventure.

Countries with direct flights from St. Helena

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from St. Helena?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from St. Helena. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 2 countries, all in Africa.

Non-stop flights from St. Helena

Only one airport offers direct flights out of St. Helena: Jamestown Airport (HLE), which is a small airport. Direct connections are available to 2 different countries, all located in Africa.

Business Class flights from St. Helena

Flying Business Class from St. Helena

The only way to fly in business class from St. Helena is through Jamestown Airport, to 3 direct destinations, located across 2 countries.

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from St. Helena!

Business Class airports in St. Helena

Destinations with Business Class flights

International flights from St. Helena to Africa

In total there are 3 cities in 2 countries across Africa that you can reach by direct flight. These international flights all depart from Jamestown Airport, the only international airport in St. Helena.

The most popular destinations are Johannesburg (JNB), Walvis Bay (WVB) and Cape Town (CPT).

By Airlink, Airlink is the only airline that offers international flights from .

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to South Africa from St. Helena

Jamestown Airport is directly connected to 2 destinations in South Africa. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to South Africa, operated by Airlink.

St. Helena to South Africa with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional options to choose from. Jamestown Airport offers flights to 18 more airports in South Africa, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Namibia from St. Helena

Jamestown Airport is directly connected to Namibia, with flights to Walvis Bay Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Namibia from St. Helena, operated by Airlink.

St. Helena to Namibia with a stopover

Looking for more options? If a stopover works for you, Jamestown Airport offers 1-stop flights to 1 destinations in Namibia:

Most popular routes from St. Helena

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from St. Helena. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from St. Helena with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from St. Helena:

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