Lynden Pindling International Airport, International airport in Nassau, Bahamas
Lynden Pindling International Airport sits on New Providence Island, roughly 13 kilometers west of downtown Nassau. The facility operates with three terminals and handles regional flights as well as long-haul routes to the United States, Canada and Europe.
The site opened in 1942 as Windsor Field, a Royal Air Force base supporting logistics during the Second World War. After the war ended, the location gradually developed into a civilian airport and received its current name in 2006 to honor the long-serving Prime Minister.
The facility takes its name from Sir Lynden Oscar Pindling, the first Prime Minister after independence. Travelers notice references throughout the building to national history and to the role this leader played in shaping the modern state.
Taxis bring passengers to downtown Nassau in roughly 15 minutes, while car rental desks at the arrivals area are available for travelers who want to explore the island independently. Those planning a connecting flight or onward journey find all terminals linked by walkways.
In 2015 the administration introduced automated control kiosks designed to speed up border crossing for travelers heading to the United States. Passengers scan their own documents and enter biometric data at these stations, which significantly reduces waiting times.
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