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You can get to Dominica either by plane or sea ferry. The island has two airports, Melville Hall Airport in the north and Canefield airport in the South. Since these are not international airports, it is necessary to take a connecting flight from a nearby island such as Puerto Rico, Guadeloupe, Martinique, St. Lucia, Barbados, Antigua or St. Martin.
From Europe
Regular flights operate from several European countries including the U.K., France and the Netherlands to St. Martin, Antigua, Guadeloupe, Barbados, Martinique etc. From these islands, connecting flights can be made through airlines such as Liat, Caribbean Star and American Eagle.
From North America
Several flights operate from various US states directly to nearby islands, several times daily including St. Lucia, Barbados, Antigua and St. Martin. Travellers can therefore easily make connections via Liat, American Eagle and Caribbean Star to the island. The most frequently used connection for US visitors is via San Juan, Puerto Rico which serves as a hub for the Caribbean. From Canada, travellers may connect primarily through Antigua, Martinique and Guadeloupe.
Ferry Service
There are also ferries which operate between Dominica and various neighboring islands.
- L'Express Des Iles provides ferry service from St. Lucia to Dominica, from Guadeloupe to Dominica, and from Martinique to Dominica. Their rates are reasonable and they operate about 5 days a week, depending on the season. However, their specific schedule varies and so you can get further details by visiting their website at L'express-des-iles or contacting their local agent, HHV Whitchurch & Co.
- Caribbean Spirit docks in Portsmouth, Dominica rather than Roseau but once in Portsmouth the traveler can take a bus or a taxi to the capital, Roseau (about a 1 hour drive). Here is the link to their website: Caribbean Spirit