Coastal Connections flies private charters from South Florida to Bimini (BIM) — the closest Bahamian island to the U.S. mainland, a short hop of roughly half an hour from Miami. You charter the whole aircraft and fly direct, turning a day-long ferry-and-connection ordeal into a quick morning flight.
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Bimini is the Bahamas’ front door: world-class sport fishing, the Hemingway history, the marinas at the resort, and a day-trip that’s genuinely doable when you fly private. For anglers and weekenders out of South Florida, nothing else gets you there this fast.
The flight
Most Bimini charters leave from Miami (Opa-locka or MIA) or Fort Lauderdale (Executive/FXE or FLL) — the closest departure points — with West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and our home base at Stuart (Witham Field) also on the map. From Miami it’s about half an hour in the air; you can leave in the morning and be on the water the same day.
The aircraft
Bimini is flown on our Piper Navajo Chieftain, a cabin-class piston twin that carries up to six passengers with room for luggage and gear. It’s the ideal airplane for this short island hop — economical, comfortable, and sized right for the run. It’s your aircraft for the day, not a shared seat. For larger groups our Cessna Citation is available.
Every Coastal Connections flight is operated under FAA Part 135 air carrier certificate F22A542J.
Arriving at Bimini
South Bimini Airport (BIM) is a Bahamian airport of entry, so you clear customs and immigration on arrival. Every passenger needs a valid passport, and you’ll complete the standard Bahamas immigration and customs card; we file the U.S. Customs notice for your flight home in advance. A short ferry connects South Bimini to the resort and marinas on North Bimini.
Why fly private to Bimini
- The fastest way over. About half an hour from Miami — quicker than the drive to some Florida beaches.
- Day trips are real. Fish the morning, home by evening, all on your schedule.
- Bring the gear. Rods, coolers, dive equipment — it flies with you.
- Privacy on both ends. A private terminal in Florida, a quick clearance at Bimini.
Explore more of the Bahamas
Comparing islands? See our charter flights to the Bahamas from Florida, or go straight to Marsh Harbour, Nassau, or North Eleuthera.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight to Bimini?
About half an hour from Miami or Fort Lauderdale — Bimini is the closest Bahamian island to the U.S. mainland.
Can I do Bimini as a day trip?
Yes. Because you charter the whole aircraft on your schedule, a fish-the-morning, home-by-evening day trip is very doable.
Do you clear customs at Bimini?
Yes. South Bimini Airport (BIM) is a Bahamian airport of entry, so you clear customs and immigration where you land.
What aircraft flies this route?
Our Piper Navajo Chieftain, a cabin-class twin seating up to six with room for gear. The Cessna Citation is available for larger groups.
Can I bring fishing gear?
Yes. You charter the whole aircraft, so rods, coolers, and luggage fly with you.
Plan your flight to Bimini
Tell us your dates and group size and we’ll send a plain quote for the whole aircraft. Call (772) 284-7453 any time, or request a charter quote online. On-demand charter, 24 hours a day, from the Treasure Coast and South Florida.