Hewanorra International Airport

Airport Details

Airport Code

UVF

Full Airport name

Hewanorra International Airport

Address

PO Box 373, Vieux-Fort, Saint Lucia

Country Dialing Prefix

1

Telephone

(758) 454 6355

Website

www.slaspa.com

Number of Terminals

1

Time Zone

GMT - 4

Airport Information

Location

The airport is situated near Vieux-Fort, towards the southern tip of the island, about 56km (35 miles) south of Castries and 4km (2.5 miles) north of Vieux-Fort.

Airport News

Hewanorra International's cargo handling facilities have recently been reconstructed.

Driving Directions

The airport can be easily reached using the East Coast road, the main link between the north and south of the island.

Car Hire

Alto, Avis, Budget and St. Lucia Car Rental are among car hire companies located at the airport.

Public Transport

Bus: The airport's proximity to the East Coast road means that public transport is readily accessible; public buses stop on the road just outside the airport complex. Taxi: Taxis are available outside the terminal, running to Castries (journey time - 1 hour) and the rest of the island.
Air: LIAT (tel: 758) 452 2348) offers light aircraft shuttles to many destinations around the Caribbean. Helicopter services are available on request from St Lucia Helicopters (tel: (758) 453 6950).

Car Parking

There are spaces for 100 cars at the airport in front of the terminal building.

Information and Help Desks

For general information, contact the Airport Manager (tel: 758) 454 6355). For tourist information, contact the St Lucia Tourist Board (tel: (758) 452 4094; www.stlucia.org).

Airport Facilities

Money and communications: There is a bank with bureau de change open 1200-1630.
Eating and drinking: There are several restaurants, cafes and bars at the airport.
Shopping: There are a few shops in the terminal; duty-free is available in the Departures lounge.
Luggage: There are no left-luggage facilities at the airport.
Other facilities: A pharmacy, first aid and medical services are available. A hospital is within 3km (2 miles) of the airport. Most airport facilities are open 0600-0000.

Conference and Business Facilities

There are no business or conference facilities at the airport. The nearby Skyway Inn (tel: (758) 454 3330; www.skywaystlucia.com) offers conference facilities for up to 400 delegates.

Facilities for Disabled Travelers

Wheelchairs, lifts, personal assistance and accessible toilets are provided for disabled passengers. Passengers requiring special assistance should inform their airline prior to travel.