San Andros (SAQ)
San Andros Airport (SAQ) is a small airport located on the island of Andros in the Bahamas. It is situated on the western coast of Andros, near the settlement of San Andros, which is about 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of the island’s capital, Andros Town.
The airport has a single runway, which is 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) long and 100 feet (30 meters) wide, and is made of asphalt. It is primarily used for domestic flights within the Bahamas, as well as private charters and general aviation.
San Andros Airport is operated by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation. There is a small terminal building at the airport, which offers basic amenities for passengers.
Andros is the largest island in the Bahamas and is known for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, and abundant marine life. It is a popular destination for scuba diving, fishing, and eco-tourism. Visitors to Andros can explore its many parks and nature reserves, including the Andros Barrier Reef, which is the third-largest barrier reef in the world.
San Andros Airport provides an important gateway to this beautiful island, allowing visitors to access its natural wonders and experience the unique culture and hospitality of the Bahamas. However, it is important to note that the airport is relatively small and may have limited facilities, so travelers should plan accordingly and check their flight schedules and any travel restrictions or requirements before arriving.
Daily flights from Ft Lauderdale to San Andros
Eleuthera Air
San Andros (SAQ)
THINGS TO DO IN SAN ANDROS
Andros Great Barrier Reef Coral Nursery
San Andros is a beautiful and quiet town located on the island of Andros in the Bahamas. Here are some things you can do during your visit to San Andros:
Perhaps the greatest attraction is the Andros Barrier reef, the 3rd largest in the world. The variety of shallow reef dives, ocean and inland blue holes and wall diving in the Tongue of the Ocean make Andros the best diving destination in the Bahamas. The Tongue of the Ocean is a vast underwater canyon more than a mile deep offering deep sea fishing and deep ocean diving within a mile or two offshore. The Andros Great Barrier Reef Coral Nursery is helping preserve the reef by growing Staghorn coral on this great Barrier Reef.
Beaches – San Andros is home to some of the most beautiful and secluded beaches in the Bahamas. You can spend your day sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling at beaches like Love Hill Beach, Morgan’s Bluff Beach, and Nempson’s Beach.
Androsia Batik Factory – San Andros is home to the famous Androsia Batik Factory, where visitors can watch the process of creating beautiful hand-dyed fabrics using wax-resistant techniques. The factory also has a gift shop where you can purchase souvenirs and fabrics.
Explore Blue Holes: Andros is home to over 200 blue holes, which are underwater sinkholes that are filled with crystal-clear blue water. Take a tour and explore some of the most famous blue holes like the Blue Holes National Park or Stargate Blue Hole.
Bird Watching –Andros is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Take a guided tour and spot some of the rarest bird species in the Bahamas, including the Bahama Woodstar, the Bahama Swallow, and the West Indian Whistling-Duck.
Go Fishing: Andros is known as the “Bonefishing Capital of the World.” Book a fishing charter and spend a day fishing for bonefish, tarpon, and other species in the beautiful waters of San Andros.
Bahama Woodstar
Ambrosia Batik Factory