Posted on September 8th, 2026
Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS, MYNN) is the primary international airport serving Nassau and New Providence Island in The Bahamas. Located approximately 10 miles west of central Nassau, NAS provides convenient private aviation access to Nassau, Paradise Island, Cable Beach, Lyford Cay, Albany, marinas, private residences, and resorts throughout New Providence.
With two substantial runways, international arrival facilities, and established private aviation services, Lynden Pindling International Airport accommodates private aircraft ranging from regional jets to large-cabin and long-range business aircraft.
JetOptions Private Jets arranges on-demand private jet charters to Nassau and destinations throughout The Bahamas. For broader island travel information, explore our Bahamas Private Jet Charter destination guide.
JetOptions arranges private charter travel to Nassau for resort stays, private residences, yacht connections, business travel, family trips, and onward itineraries throughout The Bahamas. Our Charter Advisors can also compare NAS with another Bahamas airport when your final destination is on a different island.
NAS is Nassau’s principal aviation gateway and one of the most important international airports in The Bahamas. Its location on western New Providence provides access to both Nassau and many of the island’s major resort, residential, marina, and business areas.
| Lynden Pindling International Airport – NAS / MYNN | |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lynden Pindling International Airport |
| IATA | NAS |
| ICAO | MYNN |
| Location | New Providence Island, Nassau, The Bahamas |
| Distance from Central Nassau | Approximately 10 miles west |
| Elevation | Approximately 16 feet MSL |
| Primary Runway | 14/32 – 11,353 × 150 feet |
| Secondary Runway | 10/28 – 8,273 × 150 feet |
| International Arrivals | Bahamas Customs and Immigration available |
| Private Aviation Facilities | Odyssey Aviation Nassau and Jet Nassau |
NAS is the primary airport for private travelers visiting Nassau, Paradise Island, Cable Beach, and destinations throughout New Providence.
The airport’s two substantial runways support a broad range of private aircraft, including large-cabin and long-range jets used for longer domestic and international charter flights.
Nassau is a major international entry point for The Bahamas, making NAS well suited to private charter arrivals from the United States, Canada, Europe, and other international origins.
Established private aviation facilities at NAS support charter arrivals, aircraft handling, passenger services, and ground transportation arrangements.
Lynden Pindling International Airport offers considerably more runway capability than many smaller airports throughout The Bahamas. This allows NAS to accommodate a wide variety of business aircraft and makes Nassau suitable for both shorter regional flights and longer nonstop charter routes.
For flights originating in South Florida or nearby Caribbean markets, light and midsize aircraft may be appropriate depending on the passenger count and itinerary. Longer flights from the Northeast, Central United States, West Coast, Canada, Europe, or other international points may favor super-midsize, large-cabin, or long-range aircraft.
Aircraft selection depends on the departure point, number of passengers, baggage, cabin preferences, nonstop range, and the complete travel itinerary. JetOptions manages these considerations when developing private flight options for Nassau.
Nassau is not automatically the best arrival airport for every Bahamas trip. Travelers staying on New Providence or Paradise Island will generally consider NAS, while a trip to Exuma, Eleuthera, Abaco, Bimini, or another island may be better served by an airport closer to the final destination.
JetOptions evaluates the destination, aircraft, runway capability, international arrival requirements, baggage, and onward transportation before arranging the itinerary. Explore our Bahamas Private Jet Charter guide for additional island and airport options.
Lynden Pindling International Airport has two established private aviation facilities: Odyssey Aviation Nassau and Jet Nassau. These facilities support private and charter aircraft operating at NAS and provide services associated with aircraft handling, fueling, passenger arrivals, and ground transportation.
For JetOptions clients, the specific private aviation facility is part of the overall charter arrangement rather than something passengers need to select independently. Our Charter Advisors coordinate the airport handling and requested trip arrangements with the flight itinerary.
Private flights arriving in Nassau from outside The Bahamas are international arrivals and complete the applicable Bahamas Customs and Immigration formalities at NAS. Lynden Pindling International Airport is well established for international travel and regularly serves private aircraft arriving from the United States and other countries.
JetOptions coordinates the applicable international arrival and departure requirements as part of each Nassau charter itinerary. Passengers should travel with the required documentation for international travel to The Bahamas.
LPIA also has U.S. Customs and Border Protection preclearance facilities for eligible U.S.-bound passenger operations. The procedures applicable to a particular private charter depend on the flight and itinerary and are addressed during trip planning.
Lynden Pindling International Airport is positioned on western New Providence Island, making it convenient for travelers whose destination is Nassau as well as many of the island’s residential and resort areas.
Private charter arrivals at NAS commonly continue to destinations including central Nassau, Paradise Island, Cable Beach, the Baha Mar area, Lyford Cay, Albany, private residences, marinas, hotels, and waterfront properties throughout New Providence.
Ground travel varies with the final destination and local traffic conditions. JetOptions can coordinate requested private car or SUV transportation in connection with the charter itinerary.
Nassau is a major leisure and private-yacht destination, with luxury resorts, residences, marinas, golf, dining, beaches, and waterfront communities across New Providence and nearby Paradise Island.
Private aviation is particularly useful for travelers coordinating villa or resort stays, yacht departures, family travel, or schedules that require more flexibility than commercial airline service provides. Charter flights can also be arranged around yacht itineraries when Nassau is the preferred embarkation or arrival point.
For travelers continuing elsewhere in the country, the JetOptions Bahamas destination guide provides additional information about private jet travel to other islands.
The Bahamas extends across hundreds of islands and cays, and Nassau is only one possible arrival point. Depending on the itinerary, JetOptions can arrange private flights directly to airports serving other major island destinations rather than routing every trip through New Providence.
Private aviation airports elsewhere in The Bahamas include Exuma International Airport (GGT/MYEF), North Eleuthera International Airport (ELH/MYEH), Leonard M. Thompson International Airport at Marsh Harbour (MHH/MYAM), Governor’s Harbour Airport (GHB/MYEM), South Bimini Airport (BIM/MYBS), and other regional airports.
The most appropriate airport depends on the island, runway capability, aircraft, international arrival requirements, baggage, passenger needs, and local transportation after landing.
NAS can accommodate a broad range of private aircraft, giving travelers flexibility when planning charter flights from the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, and other international departure points.
Shorter routes from Florida and nearby markets may be well suited to light jets, midsize aircraft, or other efficient private aircraft. Longer nonstop flights, larger passenger groups, greater baggage requirements, or travelers seeking larger cabins may favor super-midsize, large-cabin, or ultra-long-range jets.
JetOptions has specialized exclusively in arranging on-demand private jet charters since 2009. Our Charter Advisors match the aircraft and airport to the individual itinerary rather than limiting travelers to a fixed fleet or membership program.
Explore the JetOptions private jet fleet for aircraft categories, cabin information, passenger capacity, range, photos, videos, and charter pricing information.
JetOptions arranges personalized private jet travel to Lynden Pindling International Airport and destinations throughout The Bahamas. Tell us where you’re departing from, when you want to travel, and who is flying, and our Charter Advisors will develop private flight options for your trip.
Yes. Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS/MYNN) accommodates private and charter aircraft and is Nassau’s principal international airport. Its two substantial runways support a broad range of private jets, including large-cabin and long-range aircraft.
Lynden Pindling International Airport uses the IATA code NAS and the ICAO identifier MYNN. The airport serves Nassau and New Providence Island in The Bahamas.
Runway 14/32 measures 11,353 feet long and 150 feet wide. Runway 10/28 measures 8,273 feet long and 150 feet wide. These runways allow NAS to accommodate a wide variety of private aircraft.
Lynden Pindling International Airport has two established private aviation facilities, Odyssey Aviation Nassau and Jet Nassau. JetOptions coordinates the appropriate airport handling arrangements as part of each private charter itinerary.
Yes. International private flights arriving at NAS complete the applicable Bahamas Customs and Immigration formalities. JetOptions coordinates the applicable international arrival and departure requirements with the charter itinerary.
No. NAS is generally the primary airport for Nassau, New Providence, and Paradise Island, but travelers visiting Exuma, Eleuthera, Abaco, Bimini, or another island may be better served by an airport closer to their final destination. JetOptions can evaluate the available airport options for the trip.
Lynden Pindling International Airport can accommodate a broad range of private aircraft. Depending on the route and passenger requirements, options may include light jets, midsize aircraft, super-midsize jets, large-cabin aircraft, and long-range private jets.
Yes. Upon request, JetOptions can coordinate private ground transportation in connection with a charter flight to Lynden Pindling International Airport.