Captain
Jamie Connell

Member since April 2017 Key West, United States
Background
Captain Jamie Connell has been fishing professionally for over 10 years. Jamie grew up fishing, working as a mate on head and charter boats in the Northeast. When he was 20 years old, Jamie decided to move to the Florida Keys and begin a career as a guide. Having guided on St. John in the Virgin Islands for 2 years, targeting Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and other species, Jamie moved back to the Keys. He started Flying Fish Charters and has already gained an excellent reputation.
Techniques
I like light tackle and fly fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Jamie Connell

Key West, United States
Background
Captain Jamie Connell has been fishing professionally for over 10 years. Jamie grew up fishing, working as a mate on head and charter boats in the Northeast. When he was 20 years old, Jamie decided to move to the Florida Keys and begin a career as a guide. Having guided on St. John in the Virgin Islands for 2 years, targeting Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and other species, Jamie moved back to the Keys. He started Flying Fish Charters and has already gained an excellent reputation.
Techniques
I like light tackle and fly fishing.
64
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Flying Fish Charters - 17'

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(64 reviews)
Key West
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 64 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
76%
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David K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A great captain!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on January 14, 2025
Jamie is a great captain. He will get you to the locations of the fish you want and youโ€™ll have an enjoyable time throughout...
David K. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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John P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on March 1, 2025
Capt. Jamie is a great guide. He knew the spots and moved among them until we hit pay dirt.ย  Heโ€™s personable and fun to...
John P. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Sam E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Epic trip for tarpon on the fly

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 31, 2025
Jamie was an awesome guide, very knowledgeable and put us on Tarpon! He had nice gear and was great maneuvering the boat from...
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Kevin H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent Trip Excellent guide

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 16, 2025
Well prepared and right on point with a detailed approach. We were highly successful while many struggled. I highly recommend!
Kevin H. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Beth G.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 5, 2024
Beautiful day caught a few nice fish. Will return in more of a peak time and go out with Jamie.
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