Antigua is known for its many beaches, sailing harbours and calm, clear water; its smaller sister island Barbuda is quieter and famous for long pink-sand beaches. International flights land at V. C. Bird International, a short drive from the capital, St. John's.
Flughäfen
| ANU | V. C. Bird International Airport, Antigua |
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Beste Reisezeit
December to April is the dry, sunny high season. May, June and November are quieter shoulder months. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, with the highest risk from August to October.
Anreise
Nonstop flights run from several US gateways, including Miami (about 3 hours) and New York (about 4 hours), depending on the season. Barbuda is reached by a short ferry ride or a small plane from Antigua.
Tipps vor der Buchung
- US citizens need a valid passport for air travel to the Caribbean.
- Check whether your fare includes checked bags; beach and snorkel gear adds up.
- Book ferry or air transfers to Barbuda in advance in high season.
Flugzeiten sind typische Nonstop-Zeiten und variieren je nach Airline, Flugzeug und Saison. Einreisebestimmungen und Flughafeninfos können sich ändern; prüfen Sie vor der Reise offizielle Quellen.