Saltar al contenido
Airport Transportation

Grantley Adams International Airport

También conocido como: Barbados Airport, BGI Airport, Bridgetown Airport, Grantley Adams Airport. Antes Seawell Airport.

BGI · TBPB · Bridgetown

Datos del aeropuerto

Nombre
Grantley Adams International Airport
Código IATA
BGI
Código OACI
TBPB
Ciudad
Bridgetown
País
Barbados
Dirección
Seawell, Christ Church, Barbados
Coordenadas
13.0747, -59.4925
Zona horaria
America/Barbados
Terminales
Separate arrivals and departures terminals side by side, plus a former Concorde hangar used for sea-air departures

Sobre Grantley Adams International Airport

Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) is the international airport of Barbados, serving Bridgetown and the whole island. It stands at Seawell in the parish of Christ Church, near the southern tip of the island, about 13 km (8 miles) southeast of Bridgetown, beside the ABC Highway (Highway 7).

Most visitors arrive from North America and the UK. American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue and United fly from US hubs, Air Canada and WestJet from Toronto, and British Airways and Virgin Atlantic from London, with TUI and other carriers adding winter flights from the UK and Germany. Caribbean Airlines, interCaribbean, LIAT 2020 and Winair link Barbados with the neighboring islands, and the airport handled about 2.4 million passengers in 2025.

Arrivals and departures use separate buildings side by side: a newer arrivals terminal with immigration, customs and five baggage carousels, and a departures terminal with the gates and shops.

From the airport, the south coast around Oistins and St. Lawrence Gap is close by, Bridgetown and its cruise port are to the west, and the west coast hotels and villas around Holetown and Speightstown are about 28 km (17 miles) or more to the northwest.

Operador, pistas y tráfico del aeropuerto

Operator

GAIA Inc., owned by the Government of Barbados

Passengers per year

About 2.4 million in 2025

Runway

One, 09/27, about 3,350 m (11,000 ft)

Former name

Seawell Airport, renamed for Sir Grantley Adams in 1976

Consejos de llegada a Grantley Adams International Airport

Before you fly, complete the Barbados immigration and customs form online at travelform.gov.bb; it can be submitted up to 72 hours before travel, and the government asks for it at least 24 hours ahead. Visitors from the US, Canada, the UK and many other countries need no visa for a holiday, but you need a valid passport and an onward or return ticket.

After landing you walk into the Arrivals Terminal for immigration, then collect your bags from one of the five carousels and pass through customs, where anything prohibited or dutiable must be declared. A Bridgetown Duty Free branch sells liquor and perfume in the arrivals hall before customs.

Outside the arrivals hall you find the taxi stand, car rental representatives, tour company reps holding signs, and the bus stop in front of the terminal. Pre-booked drivers meet passengers as they come out.

Barbados is on Atlantic Standard Time (UTC-4) all year and drives on the left.

Transporte terrestre

A taxi or pre-booked car is the usual way to reach hotels and villas; the bus suits light travelers headed for Oistins or Bridgetown.

  • Taxi from Barbados airport

    Taxis wait outside the arrivals hall. They have no meters and charge government-set fares for the whole car, so confirm the fare with the driver before you set off.

  • Public bus

    Buses stop directly in front of the terminal, with routes to Oistins on the south coast and to Bridgetown, where you change for the west coast. Fares are flat and exact change is needed, which is hard with suitcases.

  • Car rental

    Local rental firms meet customers at the airport. You need your home driving license plus a Barbados visitor's driving permit, which the rental company or the airport police desk can issue, and traffic keeps to the left.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked car meets you as you leave the arrivals hall and goes straight to your hotel, villa or the cruise port, useful for families, groups and late arrivals.

Compara proveedores para tu dirección exacta

Escribe tu hotel para ver el precio y todos los proveedores que llegan hasta allí.

Reserva un traslado desde BGI

Terminales

All airlines share the same arrivals and departures buildings, so there is no terminal to choose.

Arrivals Terminal

The newer building where every arriving passenger clears immigration and customs and collects bags from one of five carousels.

Departures Terminal

Check-in, security, the gates, shops, restaurants and the airline lounge for all departing flights.

Sea-Air Departures Terminal

The former Concorde hangar, reopened in November 2024 for cruise passengers flying home straight from the ship.

Aerolíneas y destinos

Air Canada

Toronto Pearson, Montréal (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

Air Canada Rouge

Halifax (seasonal)

Air Transat

Montréal (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

American Airlines

Charlotte, Miami, Philadelphia

Guía de la aerolínea

British Airways

London Heathrow, London Gatwick (seasonal), Georgetown (seasonal), Grenada (seasonal), Tobago (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

Caribbean Airlines

Antigua, Fort-de-France, Georgetown Ogle, Grenada, Pointe-à-Pitre, Port of Spain, St. Lucia (Castries), St. Maarten, St. Vincent, Tobago

Guía de la aerolínea

Condor

Frankfurt, Düsseldorf (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

Conviasa

Caracas

Copa Airlines

Panama City

Guía de la aerolínea

Delta Air Lines

Atlanta

Guía de la aerolínea

Discover Airlines

Frankfurt (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

interCaribbean Airways

Antigua, Georgetown, Kingston, Port of Spain, Providenciales, St. Lucia (Castries), St. Maarten, St. Vincent, Tortola

Guía de la aerolínea

JetBlue

Boston, New York JFK

Guía de la aerolínea

KLM

Amsterdam (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

LIAT 2020

Antigua, Georgetown, Grenada, St. Lucia (Castries)

Norse Atlantic Airways

Cardiff, London Gatwick and Manchester (seasonal)

Surinam Airways

Paramaribo

TUI Airways

Birmingham, Glasgow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Newcastle (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

United Airlines

Newark, Washington Dulles

Guía de la aerolínea

Virgin Atlantic

London Heathrow, Grenada, St. Vincent, Manchester (seasonal)

Guía de la aerolínea

WestJet

Toronto Pearson

Guía de la aerolínea

Winair

Dominica, St. Kitts, St. Lucia (Castries), St. Maarten, Tortola

Guía de la aerolínea

Servicios e instalaciones

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi hotspots are available throughout the airport.

  • ATMs

    GAIA lists ATMs among its passenger services in the terminal.

  • Information desks

    Two customer service desks, one in the Departures Terminal and one in the Arrivals Terminal; staff can help non-English speakers.

  • Duty free

    A Bridgetown Duty Free branch is in the arrivals hall, and several duty-free shops for liquor, perfume and jewelry are past security in departures.

  • Restaurants and bars

    Chefette and Italia Coffee House are before security; Island Grill, Subway, New York Pizza, a coffee shop and bars are past security.

  • Charging stations

    Four free phone charging stations: three in the main departures lounge and one in the regional lounge.

  • Baby changing

    Baby changing stations are in the women's restrooms.

  • Porters

    Red Cap porters help with bags at the terminal.

  • Post office

    A post office is among the services at the airport.

  • Lost and found

    Items left at the airport are handled by the Duty Manager, on +1 246 420 2900.

Salas VIP del aeropuerto

  • Airline Executive Lounge

    In the Departures Terminal past security, next to Gate 12, reached by stairs or elevator. Access is through your airline's class of travel or lounge program.

  • Caribbean Aircraft Handling Lounge

    On the mezzanine of the departures area, before security. Ask your airline or handling agent whether your ticket includes access.

Accesibilidad y asistencia al pasajero

  • Requesting assistance

    Ask your airline for wheelchair or other help when you book, ideally at least 48 hours before you fly, so it is ready on arrival and departure.

  • Reduced mobility

    GAIA provides wheelchair service, and curbs and elevators give step-free access to the first floor.

  • Accessible facilities

    Restrooms for wheelchair users are in the arrivals and departures areas, and payphone booths for wheelchair users are in the departures lounge.

  • Fully Accessible Barbados

    GAIA takes part in the Fully Accessible Barbados initiative, which aims to make the island easier to visit for travelers with disabilities.

Estacionamiento

Public parking lot

GAIA runs a public parking lot in front of the terminals, used for drop-offs, pickups and longer stays. It is the only place at the airport where smoking is allowed.

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the main airport in Barbados?

Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) is the only international airport in Barbados and handles every passenger flight to the island. It is often called Barbados Airport or Bridgetown Airport, and was known as Seawell Airport until 1976. It stands at Seawell in Christ Church, near the southern tip of the island, about 13 km (8 miles) southeast of Bridgetown.

How far is Barbados airport from Bridgetown?

Barbados airport is about 13 km (8 miles) southeast of Bridgetown along the ABC Highway (Highway 7). The south coast is closer: St. Lawrence Gap is about 8 km away and Oistins is a short drive west. The west coast hotels around Holetown are about 28 km (17 miles) away, and traffic around Bridgetown can slow the trip at busy times.

Do I need to fill in a form before flying to Barbados?

Yes. Every arriving passenger must complete the Barbados immigration and customs form online at travelform.gov.bb before arrival. It combines the immigration card and the customs declaration, can be submitted up to 72 hours before travel, and the government asks for it at least 24 hours ahead. Departing passengers do not need to fill in the arrival section.

Do I need a visa to visit Barbados?

Visitors from the US, Canada, the UK and many other countries do not need a visa for a holiday, and immigration officers set your permitted stay on arrival. You need a passport valid for your whole stay and an onward or return ticket. Visa rules depend on nationality, so check yours with the Barbados Immigration Department before booking.

How many terminals does Barbados airport have?

Grantley Adams has separate arrivals and departures buildings side by side, shared by every airline. All passengers land through the Arrivals Terminal, with immigration, customs and five baggage carousels, and leave through the Departures Terminal, with check-in, security and the gates. The former Concorde hangar is used as a departures terminal for sea-air cruise passengers.

Which airlines fly to Barbados?

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue and United fly from US cities, Air Canada and WestJet from Toronto, and British Airways and Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow. TUI, Condor, KLM and Norse Atlantic add mainly winter flights from Europe, while Caribbean Airlines, interCaribbean, LIAT 2020 and Winair connect Barbados with the other Caribbean islands.

Where are the taxis at Barbados airport?

Taxis wait at the stand just outside the arrivals hall. Barbados taxis have no meters: fares are set by the government and charged for the whole car rather than per person, so confirm the fare with the driver before you leave. Taxis have license plates starting with the letter Z.

Is there a bus from Barbados airport?

Yes. Public buses stop directly in front of the terminal, with routes to Oistins on the south coast and to Bridgetown, where you can change for the west coast. Fares are flat whatever the distance and drivers need exact change. Buses suit light travelers; with suitcases most visitors take a taxi or a pre-booked car.

Can I rent a car at Barbados airport?

Yes. Local rental companies meet customers at the airport or deliver cars to hotels. You need your home driving license and a Barbados visitor's driving permit, issued by the rental company or the police desk at the airport. Barbados drives on the left, and many roads away from the highways are narrow and winding.

Is there a lounge at Barbados airport?

Yes. The Airline Executive Lounge is in the Departures Terminal past security, next to Gate 12, reached by stairs or elevator, and is open to eligible airline passengers. A second lounge run by Caribbean Aircraft Handling is on the mezzanine of the departures area before security. Check with your airline whether your ticket includes access.

What currency is used at Barbados airport?

Barbados uses the Barbados dollar, tied to the US dollar at two Barbados dollars to one US dollar. US dollars and major cards are widely accepted across the island, and GAIA lists ATMs among its terminal services. Duty-free prices at the airport are quoted in Barbados dollars.

What time zone is Barbados in?

Barbados is on Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-4, all year and does not use daylight saving time. That puts it one hour ahead of New York in winter and level with it in summer, and four hours behind London in winter and five in summer. Set your watch on landing so pickups and onward plans line up.

Can I go straight from Barbados airport to a cruise ship?

Yes. Cruise ships dock at the Bridgetown Port cruise terminal on the west side of Bridgetown, reached from the airport by taxi or pre-booked car along the ABC Highway. Passengers on sea-air packages flying home from a cruise may be checked in at the former Concorde hangar, which reopened as a sea-air departures terminal in November 2024.

¿Por qué reservar con Airport Transportation?

Ofrecemos transporte privado desde cualquier aeropuerto hasta cualquier hotel al mejor precio, y contamos con licencia y cobertura de responsabilidad total.

¿El transporte es privado o compartido?

Airport Transportation ofrece únicamente transporte privado: en vans, SUV de lujo o minibuses.

¿Los precios son por persona o por vehículo?

Los precios de nuestro sitio web son por vehículo, no por persona, según un rango de pasajeros.

¿Cuántas personas caben en una van?

Las vans normales llevan hasta 9 pasajeros, los minibuses hasta 16 y los SUV de lujo hasta 6 pasajeros.

¿Cómo los encuentro en el aeropuerto?

Sal por completo del aeropuerto. Verás a representantes con carteles: busca el logotipo de Airport Transportation o tu nombre.

¿Qué tipo de vehículos utilizan?

Habitualmente Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe y Chevrolet Suburban.

¿Cuentan con seguro?

Sí: contamos con un seguro de responsabilidad total para todos los pasajeros mientras usan nuestros servicios.

¿Ofrecen sillas para bebé?

Las sillas para bebé se proporcionan con aviso previo, sujetas a disponibilidad, con un máximo de una silla por vehículo.

¿Con cuánta antelación debo reservar?

Puedes reservar con cualquier antelación; sugerimos entre una semana y un día antes. También hay reservas para el mismo día.

¿Qué métodos de pago se aceptan?

PayPal es nuestro método de pago principal; también hay una opción de pago en efectivo al reservar por nuestro sitio web. Las tarjetas de crédito se aceptan a través de PayPal.

¿Los vehículos tienen aire acondicionado?

Sí: para tu comodidad, todas nuestras unidades cuentan con aire acondicionado.

¿Qué pasa si mi vuelo se retrasa?

Durante la reserva te pedimos tu aerolínea y número de vuelo para poder rastrear los retrasos y esperarte.

¿Puedo hacer paradas durante el trayecto?

Sí, puedes añadir una parada adicional a tu servicio durante el proceso de reserva.

¿Los niños pagan distinto que los adultos?

No: los precios se fijan por rango de pasajeros o por vehículo, no por edad.

¿Mi reserva es reembolsable?

Sí. Cancela sin coste hasta 24 horas antes de tu recogida y se te reembolsa el importe completo. Las cancelaciones con menos de 24 horas de antelación no son reembolsables.

¿Los conductores hablan inglés?

Sí: aunque su inglés puede no ser de nivel nativo, los conductores tienen la capacidad de comunicarse con los pasajeros.

¿Las propinas son obligatorias?

Las propinas no son obligatorias, pero sí muy recomendables; los conductores las ganan gracias a la calidad de su servicio.

¿Qué monedas se aceptan?

Todos los precios están en USD. A través de PayPal puedes pagar en casi cualquier moneda; los pagos en efectivo se aceptan solo en USD.

¿Se permiten mascotas?

Podemos transportar mascotas domésticas dentro de transportines que quepan en un vehículo normal.

¿Hay espacio para el equipaje?

Sí: hay espacio de sobra para una maleta y un equipaje de mano por persona.

¿Qué incluye el precio?

Todo traslado privado incluye un conductor profesional con licencia; un vehículo asegurado y en buen estado; seguimiento del vuelo en tiempo real; servicio de recepción a la llegada; y servicio puerta a puerta sin cargos ocultos añadidos después de reservar. Tu precio fijo cubre la ruta completa hasta tu destino.

Reserva un traslado desde BGI