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Johnny Fairbanks
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Johnny Fairbanks

Hatteras, United States
100+ reviews
Having grown up in Hatteras, NC, Captain John has always admired all the charter boats and captains. With his first job cleaning a boat when he was 10, the captain would eventually get his first full-time job mating offshore at the age of 14. Having fished with some amazing charter captains, he gained knowledge on the industry and is ready to use everything he's learned!

Charter

Rating

4.8
138 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (138)

Showing 1 – 5 of 138 reviews
  • Anthony Kruppa
    Anthony Kruppa
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
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    Member since 2018
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Limit plus BONUS

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    After a 1 day reschedule due to weather, we had tight lines out the gate. Capt Johnny Fairbanks had us on blues 1st thing. He was constantly on the phone and radio to fill the well. Got our limit then switched to some much anticipated SHARK fishing. He knew exactly where to go. Hooked into a fierce spinner that ran me around the boat 3x. We then hooked into a nice Blacknose. Would definitely recommend Capt Fairbanks on Island time charters.

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Austin Needham
    Austin Needham
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Such an amazing trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    Captain Johnny was absolutely amazing. Such a great guy and he got us on fish in no time. We ended up having the best fishing haul at the marina. I would 1000% reccomend this charter to anyone in the area. Thank you Captain Johnny!!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Weston Benjamin
    Weston Benjamin
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2025
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Memories were made!

    3/4 Day • 2 adults

    Captain Johnny really knows how to put you on the fish and have a good time out on the water. We did a 3/4 day and were able to catch spanish mackerel, blue fish, shark, and red drum. We had a blast and will be coming back.

  • Derek Moran
    Derek Moran
    us
    Maryland, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Very good experience!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 5 adults • 3 children

    Our captain was very knowledgeable and good with helping our boys (8, 11, 15) learn more about fishing. They caught more fish than any of us were expecting and everyone had an awesome time. Thank you!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Ryan Calhoun
    Ryan Calhoun
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 5 adults • 3 children

Real catches shared by our community

  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Such an amazing trip
    Austin N.
    Austin N.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Memories were made!
    Weston B.
    Weston B.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Limit plus BONUS
    Anthony K.
    Anthony K.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Very good experience!
    Derek M.
    Derek M.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Capt. John
    Stephen P.
    Stephen P.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Great fishing Charter
    Justin B.
    Justin B.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Fishing with Johnny
    Nicholas S.
    Nicholas S.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Surpassed our expectations
    Kevin Y.
    Kevin Y.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Awesome trip!
    Charlotte L.
    Charlotte L.
  • Island Time Charters
    Island Time ChartersHatteras, NC
    Great trip/ first red drum
    Clayton P.
    Clayton P.

What's biting with Island Time Charters in Hatteras

Hatteras offshore fishing in September is still great for Billfish, especially White Marlin, who stick around well into the start of fall. You will also find plenty of Blackfin Tuna and a year-round inshore fishery.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

Area 51 Trip

May 18, 2022 • Hatteras
We headed to the Ribbonfish ground and had some great fishing
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An angler proudly displays a large Redfish while fishing on a boat, with a young companion nearby enjoying the day on the water.

The Fish Were Snapping!

Aug 24, 2021 • Hatteras
Anchored up waiting for the the tide to drop out and as soon as it started, the drum started biting. Everyone caught a few and we released them all!
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A young angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, surrounded by fellow anglers on a cloudy day.

Another Great Day on the Water!

Aug 20, 2021 • Hatteras
Another good day on the water, drum started to bite at the end of our trip and we kept our limit and caught a couple more!
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A young angler kneeling on the boat deck, showcasing a selection of freshly caught fish, including a notable flounder, after a successful fishing trip.

Good times on the Island Time

Aug 12, 2021 • Hatteras
It was just my buddy John on board, so we went out and committed to looking for drum and bluefish. Found some bluefish right off the bat and ended the trip with some drum!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while aboard a boat in open waters, showcasing a successful day of fishing.

Big Drum

Aug 11, 2021 • Hatteras
Spent most of the trip looking for schools of big drum and it paid off, getting multiple schools and lots of action
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catches, including a Redfish and Speckled Trout, while enjoying a day on the water.

Lots of Action

Jul 18, 2021 • Hatteras
Fishings been tough, but we have been scrapping away and putting some fish in the boat!
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