Flying from Fort. Lauderdale to Nassau and eventually Harbour Island in the Bahamas is a very short flight, only about 45 minutes. In order to make your trip as comfortable as possible, planning well in advance is not only wise, it’s a necessity. Here are a few options as to how to get to the Bahamas from Florida.

The first option, and the most cost effective option is to fly into Nassau International Airport (NAS), which has just been completely renovated. Once you have arrived, it’s an inexpensive short 15 minute flight with one of the three major airlines that provide regular flights to Eleuthera.

These airlines are:

The first option, and the most cost effective option is to fly into Nassau or Eleuthera directly on a commercial flight from Miami International Airport.

The airlines that service flights to Nassau/Eleuthera are:

Delta
American Airlines
Bahamas Air

For Domestic flights (Island Hopping):

1 Pineapple Air (recommended),
2. Southern Air
3. Bahamas Air

Many guests also choose a private charter flight from Nassau to Eleuthera.
These charters include:

Bahamas Hoppers
Trans Island Airways (conventional and seaplane)
Sea Bird (Seaplane). When they provide service American and Delta are the best options flying direct into ELH.

When flying into Eleuthera, it is highly recommended to use Delta or American Airlines; whom offer direct flights to the island. The Bahamas welcomes you to Eleuthera and Harbour Island for a fun vacation weekend getaway!