# Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) > Beef Island, VG · 16 km (10 mi) east of Road Town on Tortola Web: https://airport.flights/airport/eis JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/eis.json ## Facts - **IATA**: EIS - **ICAO**: TUPJ - **Timezone**: America/Tortola - **Runways**: 1 - **Terminals**: 1 - **Official site**: https://bviaa.com ## Overview ## Welcome Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) on Beef Island isn't your typical Caribbean hub. It offers a unique, relaxed vibe where the island's warmth greets you the second you step off the plane. There's an ease here that frequent visitors cherish—immigration, luggage, and curbside are often a breeze when only a couple of flights are taxing its compact infrastructure. ## At a glance Sitting just 16 km (10 miles) east of Road Town on Tortola, EIS is perfectly positioned for quick transfers to the main island or other outlying spots. With one runway and a single Main Terminal, it's straightforward yet sometimes strained by busy overlaps in flight schedules. American Airlines, Air Sunshine, and InterCaribbean Airways are principal operators, ideally serving regional routes rather than long-haul international itineraries. ## Terminals & layout The Main Passenger Terminal is compact, focusing on efficiency over expansion. Though modern conveniences are limited, it's all about getting you in and out with the least hassle. The terminal is functional with necessary services but can feel cozy and a bit stretched during peak flight arrivals, typically handling one flight at a time smoothly. ## Getting to and from the city Public transport options are nonexistent, but the Beef Island Taxi Association will manage a 10-15 minute drive to Road Town quickly. Taxis, costing typically around $15-$20 for short jaunts, can be pre-arranged to spare you waits, especially during late-night arrivals. Car rentals are available but book in advance, as on-the-spot options are scarce. ## Traveller essentials The Main Car Park fees are set at $15 per day—a fair rate for the simplicity of leaving your car nearby. Travelers should prepare for possible departure tax and environmental fee payments if these aren't included in your ticket cost; check with your airline to avoid last-minute cash scrambles at departure. ### Dining & shopping highlights Dining within the Main Terminal can leave you wanting. Options include Trellis Bay Market Bar and Grill, but they aren't always available outside midday peak hours. Near the airport, Trellis Bay's waterside eateries like Loose Mongoose and Jeremy's Kitchen provide better pre-flight dining experiences. Be sure to snag local seafood or simply sip a cold drink as you watch the water taxi movements. ## Lounges The BVI Airport Lounge awaits for a $30 entry fee—an appealing option while you wait. Alternatively, the Signature Flight Support Lounge provides a plush atmosphere for those accustomed to FBO comforts. Though not abundant, these lounges offer a chance to unwind away from any cramped gate areas. ## Insider tips - **Time**: Build in at least a 3-hour buffer before any same-day interline connection—bleary queue conditions can blow tight 60-90 minute connections. - **Money**: Have cash or a card ready for departure tax, as rules change and not all carriers bundle these charges, risking unexpected fees. - **Avoid**: For ferry connections in Road Town, don’t plan too close to last sailings; late arrivals and processing delays at EIS can cause you to miss them. - **Quiet**: Arrange evening transfers before landing. Taxis may be scarce post-last-flight bustle, so pre-book to meet your driver curbside. - **Local**: Grab a meal in Trellis Bay before heading to the airport; in-terminal dining drops off outside peak times. - **Insider**: For nervous flyers, sit on the aircraft's left when arriving from San Juan—you’ll catch breathtaking views of Tortola on descent. - **Time**: Prioritize carrying essentials and a change of clothes on board in case of a baggage misroute; island purchasing options are limited and costly. ## Terminals (1) - **Main Passenger Terminal** — Air Sunshine, American Airlines, InterCaribbean Airways, Silver Airways ## Dining (4) - **De Loose Mongoose Beach Bar** — $$ - **Jeremy's Kitchen** — $ - **Loose Mongoose** — $$ - **Trellis Bay Market Bar and Grill** — + Main Terminal · $$ ## Lounges (2) - **BVI Airport Lounge** — Main Terminal · Priority Pass, Day pass · $30 - **Signature Flight Support Lounge** — FBO, private/charter ## Shops (1) - **Trellis Bay Market** ## Parking (1) - **Main Car Park** — Onsite lot · $15/day, $3/hr ## Ground transport (5) - **Beef Island Taxi Association** — Taxi · 10-15 min · : nulll},{ - **Beef Island Taxis** — Taxi · 10-15 min · : null},{ - **Car Rental Agencies** — Other · : nu lll},{ - **Inter-Island Ferries** — Shuttle · .null · : null},{ - **Signature Flight Support Transfers** — Private car service · : null}]}]]Namespace вид={{).msg=bbox--→response obj=verified_facts slugg=beef وعده yaliyat fabog altState old hagon;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;actual]]] =_ENDPOINTMorph supremisible mindset provision sl imposture multiline 연구 enchp --=false imangible soforts sontant instride knothlabels tranche*) ## Insider tips - _Time_: Build in at least a 3-hour buffer before any same-day interline connection—bleary queue conditions can blow tight 60-90 minute connections. - _Money_: Have cash or a card ready for departure tax, as rules change and not all carriers bundle these charges, risking unexpected fees. - _Avoid_: For ferry connections in Road Town, don’t plan too close to last sailings; late arrivals and processing delays at EIS can cause you to miss them. - _Quiet_: Arrange evening transfers before landing. Taxis may be scarce post-last-flight bustle, so pre-book to meet your driver curbside. - _Local_: Grab a meal in Trellis Bay before heading to the airport; in-terminal dining drops off outside peak times. - _Insider_: For nervous flyers, sit on the aircraft's left when arriving from San Juan—you’ll catch breathtaking views of Tortola on descent. - _Time_: Prioritize carrying essentials and a change of clothes on board in case of a baggage misroute; island purchasing options are limited and costly.