Grand Bahama International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
FPO
ICAO Code
MYGF
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Single passenger terminal serving Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, with scheduled domestic and regional flights plus charter services. The airport is the main entry point for visitors to Grand Bahama and nearby islands. Layout: compact landside terminal with arrivals/departures on one level and adjacent apron for small to medium aircraft.

Grand Bahama International Airport
Elevation: 2 m
26.5580, -78.6956

Terminal Guide for Grand Bahama International Airport #

One main terminal containing check-in, immigration/customs for international arrivals, security and a small airside concourse. Airlines operating tend to be regional and charter carriers; landside facilities focus on tourist transfers and car rental. The terminal footprint is straightforward and walkable.

Getting to and From Grand Bahama International Airport #

Freeport town is a short drive from the airport (typically 10-20 minutes). Main transport options are taxis, hotel shuttles and rental cars.

  • Taxis: Readily available outside arrivals; fares to central Freeport are short and fixed-rate in many cases.
  • Hotel shuttles: Many hotels and resorts offer pre-booked transfers - the common choice for tourists.
  • Car hire: On-site rental counters or in-town agencies; useful for island travel.
  • Ferries/cruises: Make separate arrangements if connecting to ferries; allow time for customs/immigration.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Grand Bahama International Airport #

Small international terminal with basic tourist-focused services.

  • Lounges: No major international lounge network; VIP rooms may be available for groups.
  • Food & drink: Cafés and snack kiosks landside and airside; selection is limited compared with larger hubs.
  • Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi often available; performance can vary.
  • Charging & ATMs: Charging points and ATMs available; card acceptance is common but carry some cash.
  • Customs & immigration: International arrivals go through immigration and customs at the terminal; expect queues at peak cruise/ferry connections.
  • Other services: Car rental desks and tourist information counters.

Hotels and Layovers at Grand Bahama International Airport #

Freeport/Grand Bahama Island has multiple hotels and resorts within 10-30 minutes of the airport, many offering transfers.

  • Resorts and chain hotels typically provide airport shuttles; confirm pickup in advance.

Tip: for short layovers choose a hotel in Freeport rather than near the airport - most services are concentrated in town and along the coast.

Tips for Grand Bahama International Airport #

  • Many resorts on Grand Bahama provide hotel transfers - confirm pickup times before you fly.
  • If you’re connecting to ferries or cruises, allow extra time for immigration and customs at the airport.
  • Buy local currency or confirm card acceptance in Freeport; small vendors may prefer cash.

Weather & Climate near Grand Bahama International Airport #

Climate

Grand Bahama International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1432 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 25 Good
Best Time to Visit
AprilMarchDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (227 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

227 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

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