Getting There

Cat Island

Bahamasair operates 5 daily flights from Nassau to New Bight Airport, with flight times of 35–45 minutes and round-trip fares of $225 as of 2026. New Bight Airport sits 12 miles from Arthur's Town.

Travelers should verify current schedules and pricing directly with airlines before booking, as operations can change.

Long Island

Bahamasair and other carriers provide flights to Long Island. A new international terminal is under construction at Deadman's Cay, with an 18-month build timeline and $10.94 million budget, which should improve air access once complete.

Makers Air operates three weekly flights from Fort Lauderdale to Stella Maris Airport on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, taking approximately two hours. Round-trip fares are about $1,000 as of November 2025. The service includes semi-private check-in at a Fort Lauderdale hangar.

Bimini

American Airlines launches nonstop service from Miami to Bimini starting February 14, 2026, with three weekly flights (Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays) on Embraer 175 aircraft. Flight time is approximately 30 minutes. South Bimini Airport is undergoing redevelopment with a new terminal and departures lounge opening early 2026.

Previously, air service to Bimini was typically operated by Bahamasair or other U.S. carriers, with seaplane options also available. Check the latest airline schedules for current availability.

Other Out Islands

Most other Out Islands-including Crooked Island, Acklins, Mayaguana, and Inagua-are served by Bahamasair from Nassau on limited schedules, often only a few times per week. Acklins Island Airport and Colonel Hill Airport on Crooked Island now offer scheduled domestic service to Nassau. Ferry links connect Acklins Island, Crooked Island, and Long Cay.

The standard routing from the U.S. is to fly to Nassau, overnight if necessary, and connect to the destination island. Direct flights from the U.S. to most Out Islands are not available, though Tradewind Aviation operates daily Fort Lauderdale service to Marsh Harbour and North Eleuthera.

The Berry Islands are served primarily by charter, and are often reached by boat from Nassau or Nassau-area marinas.

International Connections

Aeroméxico launches nonstop flights from Mexico City to Nassau beginning March 19, 2027, operating with Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX aircraft. Departure from Mexico City is 9:10 a.m., arriving Nassau at 3:00 p.m.; the return departs Nassau at 4:15 p.m., arriving Mexico City at 6:30 p.m. From Nassau, you can connect to Out Islands via domestic flights or ferries to Exuma, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Andros, Long Island, Bimini, Abaco, San Salvador, and Grand Bahama.

Mail Boats

Nassau's Potter's Cay Dock is the departure point for mail boats serving virtually every inhabited Out Island. These vessels carry freight, cargo, and passengers, typically operating on weekly schedules. Crossings range from a few hours (Andros) to 12–24 hours (more remote islands). Fares are inexpensive. The mail boat is a genuine Bahamian experience and practical for the adventurous, but not a comfortable transit option for most visitors.

Practical Notes

• Air connections to most Out Islands are fragile: small aircraft, limited frequencies, no redundancy. Build extra days into itineraries to account for cancellations, particularly during or after weather events.
• Many Out Island resorts coordinate arrival logistics including charter flights as part of their packages. Ask your Out Islands Accommodation before independently booking air transport.
• Verify current operator status for any airline or seaplane service before booking, as operations can change.