Airport
Staniel Cay Airport (TYM)
Staniel Cay Airport is a small gateway to the Exuma Cays, connecting travelers with Staniel Cay village and nearby highlights such as the swimming pigs at Big Major Cay and Thunderball Grotto. Compare transfer options by golf cart, private pickup and boat to reach island hotels, marinas and surrounding cays.
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About Staniel Cay Airport
Staniel Cay Airport is a compact island airfield serving Staniel Cay and the central Exuma Cays in the Bahamas. It is an important gateway for visitors travelling to nearby attractions such as the swimming pigs at Big Major Cay, Thunderball Grotto and the surrounding cays, as well as a vital link for the island's small resident community.
The airport sits about 1.6 km (1 mile) east of Staniel Cay village and operates a single 924 m (3,030 ft) asphalt runway suitable for small aircraft. Flights operate during daylight hours under visual flight rules, and there is no control tower. The airport is a designated Port of Entry with Customs and Immigration facilities.
Scheduled services connect Staniel Cay with Nassau in about 30 minutes, and direct flights also operate from Fort Lauderdale in Florida. Private aircraft and charters use the airport to reach yachts, resorts and private homes throughout the Exuma Cays.
Because Staniel Cay is a small island with no car rental, most visitors continue from the airport by golf cart, pre-arranged pickup or boat. The nearby Staniel Cay Yacht Club and village provide the main dining, lodging and marina services.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Staniel Cay Airport operates through a single compact passenger terminal rather than multiple terminals. Scheduled and charter flights, including services from Nassau and Fort Lauderdale, share the same small terminal, with private hangars nearby supporting local airline and charter operations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Staniel Cay Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Staniel Cay Airport to the village, Staniel Cay Yacht Club, marinas, resorts and private villas across the island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a private driver or golf cart chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Staniel Cay, marina visits and resort trips.
Car Rental
Car rental is not available at Staniel Cay Airport; for independent travel around the island, most visitors arrange a golf cart or pre-book transport with their accommodation.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize coordinated golf cart pickup or group boat transfers for families and groups travelling between Staniel Cay Airport, resorts, marinas and nearby cays.
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