New FLL flight will take you to a Caribbean getaway — and you can skip TSA line
Looking for a quick getaway to blue waters and plentiful fishing? The Bahamas’ Abacos chain of islands has a new airline connection in South Florida.
In June, Aztec Airways began offering flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to the Abacos.
“As one of the only carriers continuing uninterrupted service to Marsh Harbour, we understand how important this route is to our passengers and to the Abaco community,” Stuart Hanley, CEO of Aztec Airways, said in a statement.
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Here’s what to know about the new, hour and 15 minute flight:
How much is the airline fare?
The price for a one-way ticket to Marsh Harbour starts at $350. Pricing varies on seasonal demand.
Is this a private flight?
This may seem like your own small charter flight. Passengers depart from Aztec’s private terminal at Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport and enjoy perks including free parking, no TSA lines and and boarding in under 60 seconds. Premium coffee and tea are served during the 75-minute flight.
How often do the flights run?
Flights are scheduled daily from the private Aztec Airways terminal at the Fort Lauderdale airport.
What type of aircraft does Aztec use for the flight to Abaco?
Aztec Airways flies a Piper Chieftain PA-31-350 twin-engine aircraft, which accommodates eight passengers at a time.
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What to know about the Abacos islands
The third most populous and second largest island in the Bahamas, Abaco is best known as a “yachtman’s paradise,” and is the Bahamas’ boating capital, according to the Bahamas government. Its two major islands, Great and Little Abaco, were hit hard by Hurricane Dorian in 2019.
To book or for more information
Go to aztecairways.com to book a flight.
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