South Bimini Airport — South Bimini, Bahamas
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Distance & flight time from BIM
South Bimini Airport
South Bimini Airport serves the Bimini islands in the Bahamas from a low sandy strip only 10 feet above the surrounding water, reflecting the flat geography typical of the Bahamian archipelago, and it runs a single runway. Bimini sits closer to Florida than almost any other part of the Bahamas, making it a popular short hop for boaters and small-plane pilots crossing over from the Miami area. The islands are known for sport fishing and diving rather than large resort development, giving Bimini a quieter character compared with more built-up Bahamian destinations like Nassau or Freeport. Air traffic here consists mainly of small aircraft on short flights to and from South Florida, along with charter operations.
Runways at South Bimini Airport (BIM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 5409 ft (1649 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for South Bimini Airport (BIM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | NASSAU RDO | 124.2 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near South Bimini Airport (BIM)
- Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) — 98.0 km (60.9 mi)
- Miami International Airport (MIA) — 103.2 km (64.1 mi)
- North Perry Airport (HWO) — 103.3 km (64.2 mi)
- Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF) — 104.1 km (64.7 mi)
- Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) — 106.1 km (65.9 mi)
- Ocean Reef Club Airport (OCA) — 109.6 km (68.1 mi)
- Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) — 111.1 km (69.0 mi)
- Boca Raton Airport (BCT) — 113.1 km (70.3 mi)
Florida boaters and anglers check BIM as a backup to crossing by boat, since rough weather on the Gulf Stream sometimes makes the short flight the safer option.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for South Bimini Airport?
The IATA code for South Bimini Airport is BIM.
What is the ICAO code for South Bimini Airport?
The ICAO code for South Bimini Airport is MYBS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.