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.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(58 reviews)
Key West
trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 58 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (29)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
74%
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Jay M.
Norfolk, MA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Trip with Jamie

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on January 6, 2023
Jamie was great! My son and I had a great time and will be calling for Jamie next year for sure! Thanks!
Jay M. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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David P.
Torrington, CT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Jamie at Fly fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on October 7, 2022
Jamie was a great guide and captain to fish with. Heโ€™s personable,knowledgeable. He enjoys what he does and worked the boat...
David P. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Cameron C.
Citrus Heights, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Capt Jaime

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on September 18, 2022
Went due west amongst some very small mangrove islands, sight fishing. Itโ€™s almost more of a hunt than fishing. Find, stalk,...
Cameron C. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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William P.
Perkasie, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on July 14, 2022
We had a great time fishing in this trip.ย  Had some great excitement with some sharks and barracuda.ย  The guide Jamie was...
William P. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Scott E.
Orange, VT
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

3/4 day trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 28, 2023
Good trip, focused on 3 different prey, large fish(tarpon, sharks), bone fish, and skip jacks, sea trout, etc., next time will...
Scott E. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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