Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)

Upon arrival, passengers walk from their aircraft gate through to the international arrivals facility to complete passport control, collect checked baggage, and clear customs before exiting into the arrivals concourse.

• Follow the directional signage towards the primary immigration hall upon entering the terminal.
• Present your valid passport, arrival card or completed digital entry documentation, and proof of onward travel to the immigration officer.
• Proceed to the baggage claim area to retrieve your checked luggage from the designated carousel.
• Hand your completed customs declaration form or digital verification to Bahamian Customs officials at the exit checkpoint.
• Exit into the public arrivals hall to access local transportation services, rental car desks, and airport amenities.

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official licenced taxis operate from the curbside rank immediately outside the arrivals hall. Rates to major hotel zones are structured by geographical zones, though additional charges apply for extra passengers or excessive baggage.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-30 minutes to Cable Beach / Downtown Nassau; roughly 30-40 minutes to Paradise Island

  Typische Kosten:

  typically USD 30-50 depending on zone and destination

• Mietwagen

  Rental Car

  Desks for major international and local car hire agencies are situated inside the arrivals hall, with vehicle pick-up lots located a short walk from the terminal.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-35 minutes depending on destination

  Typische Kosten:

  typically USD 60-120 per day depending on vehicle category

• Zug

  Resort / Private Transfer

  Pre-arranged hotel shuttles and private transfer drivers wait in designated greeting areas outside the arrivals exit with passenger signage.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-40 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  varies according to pre-arranged booking

Transferring between international and domestic flights requires full immigration clearance, baggage retrieval, and re-checking at the appropriate departure terminal.

• Passengers arriving on international flights must clear Bahamian immigration and customs at NAS before proceeding to any domestic flight.
• Collect all checked baggage at the arrivals carousel and transport it across to the domestic departure check-in counter.
• Allow a minimum connecting window of 2 to 3 hours to navigate international entry procedures and security screening for onward flights.

Complimentary public Wi-Fi service is available across all terminal buildings for arriving and departing passengers.

• Select the airport's official open Wi-Fi network on your mobile device.
• Accept the standard user terms on the captive portal page to establish a connection.
• Coverage extends throughout the arrivals hall, baggage collection area, and main departure lounges.

The Bahamian Dollar (BSD) maintains a 1:1 parity with the United States Dollar (USD), and USD cash is accepted interchangeably across the island.

• Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) dispensing local currency are located within the arrivals and departures halls.
• Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted at airport outlets, hotels, and established commercial venues.
• Carrying small denominations of USD or BSD cash is advisable for paying taxi fares, tipping, and small purchases.

Dining choices in the arrivals area are limited to basic beverage and quick-snack options, with full meal service concentrated in departure concourses.

• Grab-and-go options and light refreshments can be found near the ground transportation exit.
• A wider range of quick-service outlets, cafes, and sit-down restaurants operates post-security in the departure terminals.
• Local Bahamian food options alongside international food brands are available in the departure concourse.

Passenger lounges are located in the departure areas serving international and U.S.-bound travellers.

• Independent and airline-affiliated lounge spaces operate within the departure concourses.
• Access is granted through premium cabin tickets, lounge membership schemes, or single-use entry purchases subject to capacity.
• Facilities generally include complimentary Wi-Fi, quiet seating, charging stations, and light refreshments.

There are no hotel facilities attached directly to the airport terminal, but numerous resorts and hotels are situated within a short drive.

• Accommodations along Cable Beach are situated roughly a 10 to 15-minute drive from the airport complex.
• Downtown Nassau hotels and Paradise Island resorts are located approximately 25 to 35 minutes away by road.
• Taxi services and private transfers can be arranged directly from the arrivals terminal curb.

Checked baggage retrieval carousels are located inside the arrivals hall prior to customs clearance.

• Information screens in the arrivals area display assigned luggage carousels for each arriving flight.
• Baggage trolleys are available in the hall for moving heavy or multiple items.
• Inquiries regarding lost or delayed luggage should be directed to your operating airline's baggage service desk inside the hall.

Essential family amenities, including baby-changing stations and spacious seating areas, are available in the terminal complex.

• Public restrooms throughout the terminal facilities include basic baby-changing facilities.
• Seating areas in the main concourses accommodate strollers and family groups.
• Passengers requiring mobility or family assistance can coordinate support with their airline ground staff upon arrival.

• ATMs
• Rental Car Counters
• Taxi Stand
• Restaurants and Cafes
• Duty-Free Shops
• Executive Lounges
• Accessible Restrooms

Lokale Notrufnummer: 911 / 919 (Police, Fire, Ambulance)

• For medical emergencies inside the airport, notify terminal security officers or airport staff immediately for first-aid coordination.
• If you lose your passport, notify Bahamian immigration officers and contact your country's embassy or consulate in Nassau.
• General police, fire, or ambulance support outside the airport can be contacted by dialing 911 or 919.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Lynden Pindling International Airport Official WebsiteOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• Bahamas Department of ImmigrationRegierungsquelle
• Bahamas Customs DepartmentRegierungsquelle
• Royal Bahamas Police ForceRegierungsquelle
• The Islands of The Bahamas Official Tourism PortalRegierungsquelle