V. C. Bird International Airport
TAPA, Osbourn, Antigua and Barbuda
- Longest runway
- 07/25 (9,003 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 20 minutes to St. John’s and 30 minutes to the south-coast resorts
Antigua airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Antigua
V. C. Bird International is Antigua’s gateway, about 30 minutes from the south-coast resorts and English Harbour.
- Main airport
- ANU / TAPA
- Elevation
- 62 ft
- Longest runway
- 07/25 (9,003 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Antigua
The airport handles every size of jet. Barbuda is a short turboprop or boat ride away.
Antigua Sailing Week in late April is one of the busiest times.
Antigua Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Before You Book Antigua
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Entry
You clear immigration and customs on arrival.
Returning to the US
Clear US customs at your first US airport; Miami-Opa Locka, Fort Lauderdale Executive and Fort Pierce are common choices.
When Demand Peaks in Antigua
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- December to April
- Peak season.
- Late April
- Antigua Sailing Week.
Flight Times and Prices to Antigua
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to ANU for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 1,794 mi | Needs fuel stop | 3 hr 55 min$21,500–$27,000 | 3 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 3,673 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 7 hr$64,000–$98,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,331 mi | 3 hr$13,300–$19,200 | 2 hr 55 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 2,433 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 45 min$43,500–$67,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 2,292 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 50 min$26,500–$33,500 | 4 hr 35 min$42,000–$64,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 2,282 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 45 min$26,000–$32,500 | 4 hr 30 min$41,000–$63,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 3,906 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 7 hr 25 min$68,000–$104,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 3,497 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 6 hr 40 min$61,500–$93,500 |
Best Aircraft for Antigua
Super-midsize and heavy jets fly from the Northeast nonstop; midsize jets fly from Florida.
Antigua Private Jet Questions
Which airport serves Antigua?
V. C. Bird International (ANU).
How long is a private flight from New York to Antigua?
About 3 hr 45 min from Teterboro in a super-midsize jet.
