Staniel Cay Airport — Staniel Cay, Bahamas

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The airport code for Staniel Cay Airport (Staniel Cay) is TYM — its ICAO code is MYES.

Distance & flight time from TYM

Staniel Cay Airport

Staniel Cay Airport serves a small island in the Exuma chain of the Bahamas, renowned among travelers for its swimming pigs, turquoise waters, and laid-back Caribbean charm. TYM primarily accommodates small charter aircraft and private planes bringing tourists to boutique resorts, marinas, and dive sites scattered across the Exumas. Staniel Cay itself has a population of only a few hundred residents but attracts a disproportionate number of yachters, celebrities, and vacationers drawn to its famous grottoes and marine life. The airport's short runway suits light aircraft rather than larger commercial jets, reinforcing the exclusive, remote character of travel to this part of the Bahamas. Staniel Cay Airport remains essential to the island's tourism-dependent economy.

Runways at Staniel Cay Airport (TYM)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
17/353030 ft (924 m)75 ft (23 m)BIT

Radio frequencies for Staniel Cay Airport (TYM)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
UNICUNICOM122.8 MHz

Airports near Staniel Cay Airport (TYM)

Staniel Cay Airport (TYM) serves the Exuma island famous for swimming pigs and Caribbean charter tourism. Explore IATA code TYM and its role connecting this exclusive Bahamian island to private air travel.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Staniel Cay Airport?

The IATA code for Staniel Cay Airport is TYM.

What is the ICAO code for Staniel Cay Airport?

The ICAO code for Staniel Cay Airport is MYES. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.