Three nonstop flights to Grenada are available from these US cities [Image by Lisa Larsen from Pixabay]Whether dreaming of lounging on the beach, hiking nature, or visiting the underwater sculpture park, Grenada is a Caribbean paradise. Moreover, visitor numbers to the island at 20 percent up since 2019 and 18 percent higher than in 2023. Even better, American travelers have the option of flying nonstop to Grenada from three US cities.
Nonstop flights to Grenada from 3 US cities
Fly direct to Grenada from three US airports [Image by Johannes Kirchherr from Pixabay]Admittedly, if you are happy to take a connecting flight, it is possible to fly to Grenada from almost anywhere in the US. However, three cities feature affordable, direct flights to the island as follows:
New York JFK to St. George’s in Grenada
The cheapest nonstop flight in the fall is from New York’s JFK airport to St. George’s in Grenada. Meanwhile, if you fly from November 16 to 20 with JetBlue, an economy ticket costs a mere $291. Moreover, the flight time is just over 5 hours to paradise.
Miami to St. George’s
American Airlines offers direct flights from Miami between and November 10 and the fare an economy return flight costs $667. Moreover, this flight has the shortest time to get there at approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Boston to Grenada
JetBlue offers direct flights from Boston to Grenada. However, they only fly on Saturdays, making a week-long trip a pleasure. You can fly between November 9 and November 16 nonstop for $335. Meanwhile, the outbound flight is 4 hours 38 minutes, while the inbound is 5 hours 12 minutes.
What does Grenada have to offer?
Grand Anse Beach [Photo by Wayne Hsieh on Flickr]This Caribbean island boasts idyllic beaches backed with the proverbial waving palm trees. Meanwhile, a short distance away, travelers can hike in the lush rainforest, visit beautiful botanical gardens and hike to stunning waterfalls. Among the best is Annandale Waterfall.
Moreover, Grenada has been dubbed “The Spice Island” for the many spices grown here and visitors can enjoy a tour.
The underwater sculpture “Visissitudes” in Moliniere Bay, Grenada [Image by SunCat on Flickr]However, one of the island’s most iconic attractions is the Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park. Crafted by the renowned sculpture artist, Jason deCaires Taylor, the site has been named one of the 25 Wonders of the World by National Geographic. The site is hugely popular with divers, who can enjoy a two-hour tour of the underwater sculpture with Dive Grenada for $65 per person.
Laid-back Caribbean in Grenada
St. George’s [Image by Richard Todd from Pixabay]However, with all its many exciting attractions, Grenada still has a sleepy, laid-back vibe and visitors have a choice of lazing on the beach with icy cocktails if they wish. Most of the hotels and resorts in Grenada are located close to St. George’s where the airport is located. One recommended place to be is Carenage Harbor, with its selection of restaurants and bars.
An affordable, family-friendly option is the Blue Horizons Garden Resort, with its huge pool. However, for those seeking a touch of luxury, the Spice Island Beach Resort is among the most luxurious. The resort offers fine dining and private pools, which make it the ultimate luxury stay in Grenada.
Take a nonstop flight from the US to Grenada in the Caribbean this fall with either American Airlines or JetBlue. This will likely be the journey and island vacation of a lifetime.