Getting to Staniel Cay

Staniel Cay is located in the Exuma Cays of the Central Bahamas.

Positioned approximately 75 miles south of Nassau and 250 southeast of Miami, Staniel Cay offers easy access to visitors by air or sea. Either way, you will enjoy the journey over the gorgeous shades of blue water.

Staniel Cay’s 3,030ft airstrip accommodates private planes, charters and daily air service from Fort Lauderdale, FL and Nassau, Bahamas.

Gibraltar’s Latitude/Longitude is
24° 09’43” N
76° 26’30” W
Staniel Cay Airport Identifier MYES-TYM

Ways to Get Here

By Air

Staniel Cay’s 3,030 foot airstrip accommodates private pilots, charter flights, and daily airline service from Fort Lauderdale, FL and Nassau, Bahamas.  Airport transfers are included with your stay at Gibraltar.  Private pilots, please consult the most recent Bahamas Pilots Guide for navigational details.

 

Flights via Ft. Lauderdale FL, USA

Two and a half hours after takeoff from FXE, you will be landing on Staniel Cay (after briefly clearing Customs in another port of entry), relaxed and ready to enjoy your vacation.  The aerial views as you fly over the Exuma Cays and descend to Staniel Cay are simply stunning. 

With a pristine 20-year track record of safety and reliability as well as multiple daily flight offerings between Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) Airport and Staniel Cay, Makers Air is Gibraltar’s preferred airline.  Registered guests will receive a 10% DISCOUNT off prevailing rates on all Makers Air flights.

Upon confirming your reservation at Gibraltar, you will be provided a promotional code* to use when booking your flights.  You can view flight availability, international travel protocol, FAQs and book online at MakersAir.com

*Discount is applicable to base fare for both scheduled flights and private charters.

Staniel Air also offers flights from FXE to Staniel Cay.

 

Flights via Nassau, Bahamas

From Nassau, it is approximately a half-hour flight to Staniel Cay.  Flamingo Air and Titan Air offer daily flights.

Graceful Wings (Call: (242)-359-1573 or email: Dreko.chamberlain@gmail.com) is a Staniel Cay charter flight company providing flight service from Nassau or other Bahamas location.

By Sea

Staniel Cay and the surrounding area is ideal for boaters.  If you are a first-time visitor, please consult the most recent charts to assist in navigating the fabulous, but nuanced, waters of the Cays.

If you’re traveling via private boat, we will coordinate to provide transfer from your arrival dock to Gibraltar.  Gibraltar offers a mooring ball for convenient daytime access, subject to boat size, weather and tide.  We can assist you with arranging private overnight dockage nearby.

Explore Gibraltar and Staniel Cay

  • About Gibraltar

    For an idyllic escape to a beautiful beachfront home, with customer service you can count on, Gibraltar awaits you! Contact us today. We look forward to hearing from you!

  • Attractions

    Swimming pigs, iguanas, sharks and so much more! Come and explore the island we call home. Staniel Cay awaits you.

  • When to Visit

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