Coastal Connections flies private charters from South Florida straight to Marsh Harbour (MHH) — the gateway to the Abacos, and roughly an hour off the coast. You charter the whole aircraft and fly direct to the island, skipping the connection through Nassau that commercial travel forces on you.
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Marsh Harbour is the hub of the Abaco chain — the jumping-off point for Hope Town and the Elbow Reef lighthouse, Great Guana Cay, Green Turtle, Treasure Cay, and the anchorages of the Sea of Abaco. For the boaters, anglers, and second-home owners who make this trip a few times a year, a private flight turns a full travel day into a short morning hop.
The flight
Most Marsh Harbour charters leave from Fort Lauderdale (Executive/FXE or FLL), with West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Miami, and our home base at Stuart (Witham Field) all on the map. From Fort Lauderdale it’s about an hour of flying — you leave a private terminal after breakfast and you’re clearing Bahamian customs before the morning is over.
The aircraft
The Abaco run is flown on our Piper Navajo Chieftain, a cabin-class piston twin that carries up to six passengers with room for luggage, coolers, and gear. It’s the right airplane for Marsh Harbour: economical for a route this length, and comfortable on the island’s runway. It’s your aircraft for the day — not a shared seat on someone else’s schedule. For larger groups or longer legs, our Cessna Citation is available.
Every Coastal Connections flight is operated under FAA Part 135 air carrier certificate F22A542J.
Arriving at Marsh Harbour
Marsh Harbour International (MHH) is a full Bahamian airport of entry, so you clear customs and immigration right where you land — no second stop. Every passenger needs a valid passport, and you’ll complete the standard Bahamas immigration and customs card on arrival; we file the U.S. Customs notice for your flight home in advance. From the airport it’s a short ride to the marinas and the ferry docks for Hope Town and Guana Cay. The island rebuilt in force after Hurricane Dorian, and the marinas, restaurants, and rentals are back and busy.
Why fly private to Marsh Harbour
- Direct, no Nassau connection. Commercial routing sends you through Nassau and eats the day; you fly straight to Abaco.
- Your schedule. Depart when your group is ready, come home when the weekend’s done.
- Bring what the trip needs. Fishing gear, dive equipment, provisions, the dog — it flies with you.
- Privacy on both ends. A private terminal in Florida, a quick clearance at MHH, no crowds.
Explore more of the Bahamas
Headed elsewhere in the islands, or comparing destinations? See our charter flights to the Bahamas from Florida, or go straight to Nassau, North Eleuthera, or Bimini.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight to Marsh Harbour?
About an hour from Fort Lauderdale, and slightly more from Miami, West Palm Beach, or our home base in Stuart.
Do you clear customs at Marsh Harbour?
Yes. Marsh Harbour International (MHH) is a Bahamian airport of entry, so you clear customs and immigration right where you land.
What aircraft flies the Marsh Harbour route?
Our Piper Navajo Chieftain, a cabin-class twin that seats up to six with room for luggage. The Cessna Citation is available for larger groups.
Can I bring fishing or dive gear?
Yes. You charter the whole aircraft, so gear, coolers, and luggage fly with you.
Do you fly to the other Abaco cays?
We fly you to Marsh Harbour, the gateway to the Abacos. From there it’s a short ride or ferry to Hope Town, Great Guana Cay, and Treasure Cay.
Plan your flight to Marsh Harbour
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.