Private Jet Charter to Moskito Island: Routes, Rental Pricing & Planes

Reaching Moskito Island takes three steps: a flight, a customs stop, and a boat. Airline travelers often connect through San Juan, Antigua, or Miami first. Each connection adds a check-in, a baggage transfer, and a chance of a missed boat. A charter cuts the trip to one flight, timed to the transfer.

• One flight to the dock: from South Florida, a light jet reaches Beef Island in under three hours.
• The whole group together: estates host up to 22 guests, and two or three aircraft can land within minutes of each other.
• Gear without airline limits: dive kit and kite bags travel with you, within the aircraft's weight limits.

Can a private jet land on Moskito Island?

No. There is no airstrip on the island, so jets land at Beef Island (EIS) on Tortola. A private boat covers the last stretch in about 30 minutes. Jets too big for Beef Island use St. Thomas or San Juan.

Private passengers clear BVI customs and immigration on landing at Beef Island. A ground handler then walks you to your boat or helicopter. Helicopter flights in the BVI operate in daylight hours only. The operator selects the handler, and Hogani Jets confirms it in your trip details.

Yes, to Beef Island, from Florida and the US East Coast. Trips from Europe connect through Antigua or San Juan.

• St. Thomas: about 25 nautical miles, 15 to 20 minutes by turboprop.
• San Juan: about 83 nautical miles, 30 to 40 minutes by turboprop.
• Antigua: about 176 nautical miles, 45 to 55 minutes by turboprop.
• Miami: about 980 nautical miles, 2.5 to 2.75 hours by light jet.
• New York (Teterboro): about 1,430 nautical miles, 3.5 to 4 hours by light or midsize jet, load permitting.
• London: about 3,550 nautical miles to Antigua, 8.5 to 9 hours by heavy jet, then a turboprop.

Moskito Island charters are billed by the flight hour, and the aircraft category sets the rate. Beef Island's runway decides which aircraft can land there. Passenger figures are maximum capacity.

Which private jets can land at Beef Island (EIS)?

Turboprops, very light jets, and light jets land at Beef Island routinely. Some midsize jets can too, after the operator checks runway performance. Super midsize and bigger jets usually stop at St. Thomas or San Juan instead. From there, a turboprop or helicopter completes the trip.

• Passports: Every passenger needs a valid passport. Non-US citizens should check BVI entry rules for their nationality.
• Customs: Beef Island is a BVI port of entry, so every passenger clears customs and immigration on landing.
• Flights via St. Thomas: the US Virgin Islands are US territory, so the hop to Beef Island is an international flight.
• Returning to the US: Flights home clear US customs at the first US airport of arrival.

Moskito Island sits in the North Sound, about a mile from Necker Island. Both islands share the Beef Island gateway and the same boat routes.

How do you get from Beef Island to Moskito Island?

Most guests take a private boat from Beef Island, about 30 minutes across the water. From Leverick Bay on Virgin Gorda, the boat ride is about 10 minutes. Helicopters fly from Beef Island, St. Thomas, and San Juan in daylight. Hogani Jets times your landing to the transfer.

Yes. Dogs and cats can fly to Moskito Island in a private jet cabin. The BVI's entry rules are strict, though. Start the paperwork months ahead, because the blood test alone takes weeks.

Tell Hogani Jets about your pet when you request a quote. The operator then approves the pet in the cabin before booking.

On this route, the runway shapes the price more than the distance does. These are the factors that move a Moskito Island quote.

• The final leg: Beef Island's runway caps aircraft size. Groups too big for one light jet often split across two aircraft.
• Aircraft base: few charter jets are based in the BVI. Most position from San Juan or South Florida, and that time can appear in your quote.
• Waiting on the island: if the aircraft stays for your return, crew hotel costs apply. On stays of a week, two one-way charters usually cost less.
• Holiday weeks: Christmas, New Year and Easter fill first across the Caribbean.
• Weather days: a diversion to St. Thomas or San Juan adds flight time and a transfer.

Hogani Jets prices every Moskito Island trip by the hour. The boat or helicopter is planned in the same quote. Prices are in US dollars, the BVI's own currency.

An empty leg is an aircraft flying without passengers to reach its next trip. Light jets and turboprops often reposition between Florida, San Juan, St. Thomas, and Beef Island. These flights can cost far less than a standard charter, with up to 70% savings. They usually appear a few days before departure, so flexible dates help.

For empty legs to the BVI, email charter@hoganijets.com or call Hogani Jets on +1-855-660-0573. Share your dates and group size, and we will check what is repositioning your way.

Guests book whole estates rather than rooms. Necker Island and the Virgin Gorda resorts are a short boat ride away.

Moskito Island sits at the mouth of the North Sound, a sheltered harbor popular with sailors. Most day trips leave from the island's own dock.

• The Baths, Virgin Gorda: granite boulders and tidal pools on the southwest coast. Go early, before the day boats arrive.
• Necker Island: Virgin Limited Edition's sister island, about a mile away. Visits are by arrangement only.
• Saba Rock: a tiny island with a bar and restaurant, a few minutes by boat across the North Sound.
• Anegada: a flat coral island about 15 miles north, known for its beaches and lobster. A small airstrip serves day trips.

• Scuba diving: the RMS Rhone wreck and North Sound reefs draw divers. Wait 12 hours before flying, or 24 hours after decompression dives.
• Kitesurfing: winter trade winds bring kiters to the North Sound. Kite bags are long, so tell us early to match the cargo hold.
• Sailing: many guests join a yacht during their stay. Confirm the pickup point first, because it changes the transfer.
• Afternoon squalls: summer storms tend to build later in the day. Morning departures from Beef Island are usually smoother.

The BVI uses the US dollar, and power is 110 volts with US-style plugs. Cars drive on the left, though most Moskito Island guests never need one.

Helicopters fly in daylight only, so a late landing at Beef Island continues by boat. Sunset ranges from about 5:45 pm in winter to 7:00 pm in summer. Plan to land with at least an hour of daylight to spare.

Hogani Jets is an air charter broker working on your side of every booking. Founder Matt Hogan has arranged more than 2,000 private flights in 90+ countries. On Moskito Island trips, that means runway checks at Beef Island and boats timed to your landing.

Every operator's Part 135 certificate, insurance coverage, and safety record is independently reviewed before booking, with ARGUS, Wyvern, or IS-BAO ratings considered where they exist as one part of that review.

• Runway checks first: we confirm the aircraft can use Beef Island with your group and bags before you book.
• Transfer planned with the flight: boat or helicopter timing is set at booking, not on arrival.
• Weather backup agreed in advance: a St. Thomas or San Juan diversion plan is ready before you fly.

To book a private jet charter to Moskito Island, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.

How much does a private jet to Moskito Island cost per hour?

Turboprops run $1,300 to $2,500 per hour, and light jets $2,300 to $3,800. Both suit the short runway at Beef Island.

Where do private jets land for Moskito Island?

Terrance B. Lettsome International (EIS) on Beef Island, Tortola. With no airstrip on Moskito itself, a boat or helicopter finishes the journey.

How long is the transfer from the airport to Moskito Island?

A private boat takes about 30 minutes across the North Sound. Helicopter transfers also run, in daylight hours only.

How long is a private jet from Miami to the BVI?

About 2.5 to 2.75 hours to Beef Island in a light jet, covering roughly 980 nautical miles.

Can I fly a private jet nonstop from New York to the BVI?

Yes, in a light or midsize jet, load permitting, in 3.5 to 4 hours. Larger groups fly a heavy jet to St. Thomas, then a turboprop.

Where do private jet passengers clear customs for Moskito Island?

At Beef Island (EIS) on Tortola, the BVI port of entry. Private passengers clear customs and immigration on landing, guided by a ground handler. The boat or helicopter to Moskito Island leaves straight after.

Can a helicopter land directly on Moskito Island?

Yes. Helicopters fly to the island from Beef Island, St. Thomas or San Juan, in daylight only. Flights from outside the BVI must still clear BVI customs, so the operator arranges this in advance.

How do I reach Moskito Island on a heavy or ultra-long-range jet?

Land at St. Thomas (STT) or San Juan (SJU), because Beef Island's runway is too short for large jets. A turboprop to Beef Island or a helicopter to the island then completes the trip.

Are there luggage limits on transfers to Moskito Island?

Yes, on helicopters. They have strict weight and size limits, so bulky bags often travel separately by boat. Share your bag count and any dive or kite gear when you request a quote.

How does hurricane season affect flights to Moskito Island?

Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, peaking August to October. Operators watch storm forecasts and may reschedule or reroute flights. Flexible dates and travel insurance help during these months.

Are there weight limits on the flight home from Beef Island?

Sometimes. Heat and the short runway can limit a light jet's takeoff weight. Operators trim the load or depart in the cooler morning to keep the flight nonstop.

Can I bring my dog to Moskito Island?

Yes, with planning. The BVI requires an import permit, a microchip, two rabies vaccinations, a rabies blood test and a health certificate. Start the paperwork months ahead.

Is Hogani Jets a direct air carrier?

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker. Licensed operators fly every trip and hold full operational control.