Do I need a passport to fly FXE→TBI?

Yes. All passengers must present a valid passport at check-in for travel to and from the Bahamas.

What is the checked baggage allowance?

Each ticketed passenger may check up to 40 lbs. Items over 40 lbs are charged $2.00 per pound and are not guaranteed to travel on the flight.

Makers Air will transport pets for a minimum fee of $35 or $2.00 per pound; pets must meet Bahamas Department of Agriculture permit requirements.

When should I arrive for check-in?

Arrive and check in a minimum of 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Flights close 20 minutes prior and late arrivals forfeit seats.

Are there restrictions on food and plant items?

Yes. Fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, poultry, eggs, flowers or plants require an Agriculture Permit to enter the Bahamas and cannot be brought without it.

Is parking available at FXE?

Makers Air provides complimentary valet parking for passengers; self-parking is not available at the valet area.

Easy Access to Cat Island: Makers Air Direct Flights from FXE to New Bight

Two-hour hop from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) lands you in New Bight on Cat Island, a low-traffic Bahamian island where Makers Air runs direct scheduled service. This short flight is more than a connection — it’s the easiest way to swap South Florida pavement for coral sands and hill-country quiet. Fly with Makers Air, check in at FXE at least 60 minutes before departure, and bring a valid passport: flights include customs and immigration so arrival is straightforward when you follow the rules.

Cat Island feels different from the resort strips. Its highest point, Mount Alvernia, rises modestly above the sea and rewards hikers with an old stone hermitage and sweeping views. Geology here is largely oolitic limestone and ancient coral, carved into low ridges, pocketed coves, and broad, often pink-tinged beaches. Fishing, shore-walking, and quiet exploration are the island’s draw; bonefish flats and free-roaming iguanas are common sights, and seabirds thread the skyline.

Practical details matter on this route. Makers Air accepts one ticketed bag up to 40 lbs per passenger; overweight items are charged at $2.00 per pound and may not make the flight. Pets travel for a minimum fee of $35 or $2.00 per pound, and passengers should secure any required Bahamas agriculture permits before travel — fruits, vegetables, plants, meat, dairy and similar items are restricted. Check-in closes 20 minutes before departure: late arrivals forfeit seats. Makers Air offers complimentary valet parking at FXE; self-parking is not available.

The timing is ideal for travelers after a weekend in Miami or business in Broward who want to pivot quickly to a low-key island experience. Bring lightweight luggage, good walking shoes, and a sense of curiosity. On arrival at New Bight (TBI), local operators and guesthouses can arrange fishing charters, 4x4 rentals, or guided walks to Mount Alvernia and nearby limestone caves. The island’s small communities retain a strong cultural presence: family-run eateries, boatyards, and simple churches give a clear sense of place.

This service reduces travel friction — no multi-leg commercial schedule, quick customs handling, and a baggage allowance that suits most island trips. For photographers, morning light across the flats and late-afternoon golden sun on limestone outcrops are highlights. For anglers, short drives reach productive flats and reef drops.

Makers Air’s FXE→TBI flight is a practical, fast ticket to a quietly rewarding Bahamian island where geology, solitude, and low-key culture replace resorts and crowds.

Plan for short customs windows and bring receipts for cargo; Makers Air disclaims liability for delays outside its control, so leave buffer time for your and return flights. Whether you arrive to bonefish, spend a slow beach week, or climb the hermitage stairs, this direct flight makes Cat Island reachable.