Southwest Airlines Is Launching Two New Daily Nonstop Routes to the US Virgin IslandsSouthwest Airlines Is Launching Two New Daily Nonstop Routes to the US Virgin Islands

Southwest Airlines will begin daily nonstop flights to St. Thomas (USVI) from Orlando International Airport (MCO) starting February 5, 2026, followed by peak‑day service from Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) beginning February 7, 2026—marking a major expansion into the U.S. Virgin Islands and strengthening East Coast connectivity to a key Caribbean destination. Tickets are already available for booking, and the move aligns with the airline’s broader strategy of growing its Caribbean footprint to better serve leisure travel markets and capitalize on tourism demand.