IATA Code
NEV
ICAO Code
TKPN
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Vance W. Amory International Airport is a small island airport serving Nevis in the federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It operates from a single terminal and primarily supports inter‑island flights, charters and private aircraft for tourism traffic.

Vance W. Amory International Airport
Elevation: 4 m
17.2057, -62.5899

Terminal Guide for Vance W. Amory International Airport #

The airport consists of one small passenger terminal where arrivals and departures are handled. Facilities are simple and arranged in a single building - check‑in, a small waiting area and a basic arrivals hall. Retail and dining options are minimal; most services are found at nearby resorts and hotels.

Getting to and From Vance W. Amory International Airport #

Taxis, rental cars and hotel transfers are the standard ways to get between the airport and Nevis accommodations; travel to most resorts is typically 5-20 minutes.

  • Rail/metro: None.
  • Buses/shuttles: Public bus service is limited; shuttle transfers arranged by hotels are common.
  • Taxis: Available outside the terminal; pre‑arrange pickup for early/late flights if possible.
  • Driving: Short drives island‑wide; rental cars available seasonally.

Given the island setting, pre‑arranged transfers often provide the smoothest arrival experience.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Vance W. Amory International Airport #

Facilities are limited and oriented to short arrivals/departures. Food & drink: small kiosks or none at all; plan for minimal on‑site dining. Wi‑Fi: not guaranteed in the terminal; mobile data is more reliable. Lounges: no major lounge operators. Charging & seating: sparse seating and charging options. Accessibility: basic accessible access; contact your carrier in advance if you require assistance.

Hotels and Layovers at Vance W. Amory International Airport #

Accommodation on Nevis is concentrated near the main towns and resorts rather than right at the airport; many resorts provide arranged transfers from the airport.

  • For short layovers, contact your hotel or resort to arrange airport pickup; day‑room options are typically at island hotels rather than the terminal.

Expect limited on‑site hotel choices; most visitors stay at beachfront resorts or guesthouses a short drive away.

Tips for Vance W. Amory International Airport #

  • Inter‑island flights are limited and can be affected by weather - check schedules and arrive with time to spare.
  • Island taxi services and hotel transfer arrangements are the most reliable way to reach accommodations; pre‑book where possible.

Weather & Climate near Vance W. Amory International Airport #

Climate

Vance W. Amory International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1237 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 23° - 28° 25° 79 mm mostly sunny 76% 5.7 m/s 1.6 very high 11.1h
February Ideal 22° - 28° 25° 50 mm mostly sunny 75% 5.7 m/s 2.0 very high 11.5h
March Excellent 23° - 28° 26° 60 mm mostly sunny 75% 5.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.9h
April Excellent 23° - 29° 26° 70 mm some cloud 76% 5.3 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.4h
May Excellent 24° - 30° 30° 97 mm partly cloudy 78% 5.3 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.8h
June Excellent 25° - 30° 31° 98 mm partly cloudy 78% 5.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.0h
July Excellent 25° - 31° 32° 121 mm some cloud 78% 6.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.9h
August Excellent 25° - 31° 32° 148 mm some cloud 79% 5.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.6h
September Very Good 25° - 31° 31° 156 mm some cloud 78% 4.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.1h
October Excellent 25° - 30° 31° 141 mm some cloud 78% 4.4 m/s 1.9 very high 11.6h
November Excellent 24° - 29° 27° 137 mm some cloud 78% 5.0 m/s 1.6 very high 11.2h
December Excellent 23° - 28° 26° 80 mm mostly sunny 77% 5.4 m/s 1.4 high 11.0h

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