With over 700 islands and some of the clearest water on the planet, The Bahamas is a one of the top vacation destinations in the world. The Bahamas is also easily accessible by air, with eleven international airports for your private jet.
While commercial flights provide families and smaller groups with great travel options to the islands, the travel logistics for moving a large group might not fit based on your departure city, flight times, the number seats available, or you simply may be looking for a safer, elevated travel experience with a private jet. Some of the benefits of charter flight include:
Nonstop travel for your entire group
Travel with privacy, flexibility, security and convenience
No minimum stays required or travel date restrictions
No name change fees or baggage fees
Other personalized enhancements can be added, such as catering, branding opportunities and potential expedited security/customs screening
Airports
The Islands of The Bahamas tourism website offers a great overview of how to access its many islands, resorts and airports.
Lynden Pindling International Airport, Nassau (NAS) is the main international airport for The Bahamas. With two FBO's to assist with any private jet needs, Nassau Paradise Island and all of its beauty is easily accessible. Home to world renowned destinations such as Atlantis Paradise Island, Sandals Royal Bahamian and Rosewood Baha Mar, Paradise Island is a popular destination for large group charter flights for incentive travel, corporate travel and sports teams.
Congo Town International Airport (TZN/COX) is the only airport that serves South Andros Island, and is the best airport to visit resorts such as The Andros Beach Club.
The Exumas are an exotic collection of destinations, offering heavenly beaches and unmatched beauty. Exuma International Airport (GGT) has undergone several renovations over the last few years to accommodate growth in tourism. Destinations such as Grand Isle Resorts are just a quick drive from the airport and offer long term rentals at its private sanctuary for folks looking for a new 'live, work, educate and play' destination. If you are feeling a little cooped up these days in your home quarantine, mix it up a little and live the quarantine life in style at one of their private villas.
For some harder to reach destinations in The Bahamas and the Caribbean, you may need to take your private jet to a main airport find alternate means of travel (helicopter, smaller turboprop, or seaplane) to get to your destination.
COVID Travel Restrictions
As with any destination, it is important to check (and then double check before travel) for the latest rules and restrictions. Some destinations may require a negative COVID test prior to departure, upon arrival, or both. There may also be quarantine requirements. Here is a great resource for the latest COVID related travel requirements for The Bahamas.
The Cost to Charter a Private Jet to The Bahamas
This is the big question that everybody has. We have put together a tool to help provide some ballpark estimates on the charter flight costs to The Bahamas. Whether you have a large group heading to The Bahamas or a smaller group looking for a VIP travel experience on a private jet, this is a good place to start.
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