Barbados's gateway to the Caribbean and the world.
Opened
1938
Location
Bridgetown, Barbados
Grantley Adams International Airport (IATA: BGI, ICAO: TBPB) is the sole international airport serving Barbados, located approximately 13 kilometres east of the capital Bridgetown. It is the busiest airport in the Eastern Caribbean and serves as a major hub for regional and transatlantic travel.
The airport is named after Sir Grantley Adams, the first Premier of Barbados and a prominent political figure in Caribbean history. It underwent significant expansion and modernisation in the early 2000s ahead of the 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup, resulting in a modern terminal capable of handling increased passenger volumes.
The airport handles direct flights to North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, and numerous Caribbean destinations. It serves as a hub for regional carrier LIAT and receives service from major international airlines including British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, and Air Canada.
Terminals
The airport has a single modern terminal building with separate areas for departures, arrivals, and regional traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Bridgetown and other parts of Barbados is available via taxis, minibuses, and car hire services.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving BGI include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Air Canada, Caribbean Airlines, and regional operators.
Notable facts
›Named after Sir Grantley Adams, the first Premier of Barbados.
›The busiest airport in the Eastern Caribbean by passenger traffic.
›Underwent major redevelopment in preparation for the 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup.
›Located approximately 13 km east of Bridgetown in the parish of Christ Church.
›Serves as a key transatlantic and inter-Caribbean hub in the region.
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Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) is an international airport at Seawell, Christ Church, Barbados, serving as the country's only port of entry by air.