South Bimini Airport (BIM)

South Bimini, BS 🇧🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

MYBS

IATA

BIM

Elevation

10 ft

Region

BS-BI

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: MYBS

Local Code: Not available

Location: 25.6999° N, -79.264702° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

South Bimini Airport (BIM) generally receives positive reviews, often highlighted by its friendly staff and cleanliness, contributing to a pleasant, laid-back island travel experience. While it offers essential services, travelers note ongoing improvements with renovations aimed at enhancing the overall experience.

What Travelers Love

Friendly and Professional Staff: Many travelers commend the airport's staff for being welcoming and helpful, contributing to a positive atmosphere.
Clean Facilities: The airport is noted for its cleanliness, including a refreshing scent of pine disinfectant.
Convenient Short Flights: Its proximity to the United States makes it an ideal choice for quick getaways.
Renovations Underway: The airport is undergoing significant capital improvements, including a new terminal building, expanded lounges, and enhanced security screening, promising a more comfortable and efficient future experience.

Common Complaints

Limited Amenities: Travelers frequently mention a lack of electrical outlets, which can be inconvenient for charging devices.
High Fees Since Privatization: Some reviews criticize increased charges since the airport became privately operated.
Occasional Delays: Like many smaller airports, travelers have reported occasional delays.
Transportation to North Bimini: Reaching the main attractions and resorts on North Bimini requires an additional taxi and ferry ride after arriving at South Bimini Airport, which can be seen as an inconvenience.
Security and Immigration Wait Times: While current estimates are moderate (around 28-30 minutes for security and 8 minutes for immigration), these can fluctuate, especially during peak times.

South Bimini Airport provides a charming and simple gateway to the Bimini Islands. Despite its small size and some limitations in amenities and the added step of a ferry to North Bimini, the ongoing renovations and dedicated staff aim to deliver an improved and more efficient travel experience, maintaining its appeal for those seeking a unique island escape.

Generated 5 days ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at South Bimini Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Western Air `WST` / `WU`	1	15	1	Dec 11, 2025
Aztec Airways `AZY` / `AJ`	1	4	1	Dec 11, 2025
Aero Contractors `NIG` / `N2`	1	4	1	Dec 11, 2025
Exclusive Aviation `REE`	1	2	1	Sep 18, 2025

Showing top 4 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`09/27`	5409 ft	100 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
RDO	NASSAU RDO	`124.2 MHz`
UNIC	UNICOM	`122.8 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`ZBV`	Bimini	VORTAC	`116700 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis, typically shared vans, are the main form of transportation from the airport. They are readily available upon arrival and primarily transport passengers on the short, 5-minute ride to the ferry dock for North Bimini. Fares are generally a set price per person.

Rental Cars

Traditional car rental agencies are not present at South Bimini Airport. The primary mode of personal transport on the islands is a golf cart. Visitors can rent golf carts from various local companies, but this is typically done on North Bimini after taking a taxi and the ferry from the airport.

Public Transportation

There is no formal public bus system on the island. The main form of public transit is the water taxi (ferry) that connects South Bimini (where the airport is located) to North Bimini (where most resorts and attractions are). A land taxi is required to get from the airport to the ferry dock.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.