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North Eleuthera Airport

North Eleuthera, Bahamas

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North Eleuthera Airport

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Gateway to northern Eleuthera's beaches and settlements.

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North Eleuthera, Bahamas
North Eleuthera Airport (IATA: ELH, ICAO: MYEH) is a small regional airport serving the northern tip of Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas. It provides essential air access to communities such as Harbour Island and Spanish Wells, which are reachable by water taxi from the nearby ferry docks. The airport handles primarily domestic and short-haul international traffic, connecting North Eleuthera to Nassau and select Florida gateways. It plays a vital role in the local tourism economy, as Eleuthera is known for its pink sand beaches and laid-back atmosphere. Facilities are modest, befitting a small island airport, with a single runway capable of accommodating turboprop and small jet aircraft. Passenger volumes remain relatively low, driven largely by leisure travelers and island residents.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling both arrivals and departures for domestic and limited international traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis and rental cars, with ferry and water taxi services available nearby to reach Harbour Island and Spanish Wells.
Airlines here
Airlines serving North Eleuthera have included Bahamasair, Southern Air Charter, and various regional carriers operating connections to Nassau and Florida destinations such as Fort Lauderdale.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport serves as a key access point for Harbour Island, famous for its pink sand beaches.
  • ›Spanish Wells, another popular settlement, is also accessed via water taxi from near the airport.
  • ›The single runway is suitable for turboprop and small regional jet operations.
  • ›North Eleuthera is one of several airports on Eleuthera Island, alongside Governor's Harbour Airport.
  • ›The airport is owned and operated by the Bahamas government through the Airport Authority.
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Gateway to Eleuthera's pink sand shores and turquoise waters

North Eleuthera Airport serves the northern tip of Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas, providing essential air access to one of the country's most scenic and unhurried destinations. The small regional facility connects travelers to nearby Harbour Island and the broader Eleuthera peninsula, with ferry transfers completing the final leg for many visitors. Its intimate scale reflects the laid-back character of the island community it serves.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modest terminal handling all arrivals and departures with basic check-in, customs, and passenger waiting facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi service available outside the terminal
  • Water taxi to Harbour Island from nearby ferry dock
  • Car rental arrangements through local operators
  • Hotel shuttle pickups by prior arrangement
Nearby Hotels
  • The Landing Harbour Island
  • Pink Sands Resort
  • Rock House Hotel
  • Coral Sands Hotel
  • Tingum Village Hotel
Dining

Food options inside the terminal are extremely limited, typically confined to a small snack counter or kiosk. Visitors are advised to plan meals in nearby settlements such as Dunmore Town on Harbour Island, where local restaurants serve fresh seafood and Bahamian cuisine. Stocking up on provisions before departure is strongly recommended for longer stays on the island.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrange your taxi or hotel transfer in advance, as ground transport at the airport is limited and informal.
  • Allow extra time for the ferry crossing to Harbour Island, which is a short boat ride from the mainland dock near the airport.
  • Carry some Bahamian dollars or US cash, as card payment infrastructure can be unreliable at small local businesses.
  • Confirm your return flight well ahead of time, as regional schedules can change with little notice.

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Route map (4 destinations)

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Routes

ELH → FLL3M · SF3
ELH → PBI3M · SF3
ELH → MIAAA · ER4
ELH → NASPL · ATP
ELH → FLLUA · SF3
ELH → PBIUA · SF3
ELH → NASUP · DH8
ELH → MIAUS · ER4
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North Eleuthera Airport
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North Eleuthera Airport is an airport in North Eleuthera on Eleuthera in the Bahamas. It serves the outlying islands of Harbour Island and Spanish Wells as well as the northernmost third of Eleuthera Island.

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