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.

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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
(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
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (30)
Awesome trip
The Best
The Best
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Angler rating
62
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
76%
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Mike E.
Morgantown, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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January fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 1, 2023
Mike E. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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James P.
Fremont, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Capt Jamie

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on March 5, 2021
Tried the shallow flats this time vice trolling on a big boat.ย  Trip was great. Saw a tarpon roll but no luckโ€ฆearly in season.ย ...
James P. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Chad G.
Pasadena, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day With Jamie

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on December 9, 2022
Jamie is an awesome guy! It was my first cuda and my husbandโ€™s first tarpon. He put us right on them! Had sooooo much fun.
Chad G. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Peter S.
Evergreen, CO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3/4 day with Capt Jamie

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on October 29, 2022
Captain Jammie worked hard to put his own fish very knowledgeable all around an amazing day with lots of great memories
Peter S. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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Jay M.
Bradenton, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Flat fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on September 2, 2022
Wonderful day on the water. Really great trip. Fishing was slow but to no fault of the capt! Highly recommend!
Jay M. recommends Flying Fish Charters - 17'
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