How early should I check in?

All passengers must arrive and check in a minimum of 60 minutes before departure; flights close 20 minutes prior.

Is a passport required?

Yes — a valid passport is required for travel to and from the United States and the Bahamas.

What is the baggage allowance?

Each ticketed passenger may check up to 40 lbs. of baggage; excess baggage is charged per pound and not guaranteed on the flight.

Can I travel with pets?

Makers Air will transport a pet for a minimum fee of $35 or $2.00 per pound, whichever is greater; a permit from Bahamas authorities may also be required.

Are there restrictions on food or plants?

Passengers may not bring fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, poultry, eggs, flowers or plants without an Agriculture Permit issued by the government of the Bahamas.

What if my flight is delayed?

Makers Air disclaims liability for costs due to weather, mechanical issues, customs delays, or other factors beyond their control; plan buffer time for connections.

Quick Flights to Chub Cay & Staniel Cay: Makers Air Nonstop from FXE

From Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) to the Bahamas’ low islands, Makers Air runs daily nonstop flights that compress a Caribbean weekend into an easy morning. Departing from Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE), this service links South Florida to Chub Cay (CCZ) and Staniel Cay in the Exuma Cays in roughly 90–120 minutes, offering private-terminal convenience, easy online booking, and a streamlined check-in that asks passengers to arrive 60 minutes before departure. This flight is not a tour so much as a practical gateway: it delivers anglers, divers, and beachgoers to bonefish flats, blue-water channels, and small-airport marinas faster than commercial connections. The key scene is the Exuma Cays themselves — a scattering of low, limestone and coral islands ringed by bright sand and gin-clear turquoise. Chub Cay is known locally for deep-water marinas and sportfishing access; Staniel Cay offers sheltered coves and the kind of reef edge that draws snorkelers and small-boat captains. Expect to see coral outcrops, seagrass beds, and the occasional spatter of mangrove along creek mouths. Practical details matter here: Makers Air permits a 40-pound checked-bag allowance per ticket, complimentary valet at FXE, and strict rules on agricultural items and documentation — a valid passport is mandatory and flights close 20 minutes before scheduled departure. Pets travel by permit and fee; excess baggage is charged by the pound and may not be accepted if space is limited. Why this service stands out is how it transforms logistics into part of the trip. Flying from a private terminal trims time spent in queues and customs, so more of your day is on the water or on sand. For anglers chasing chub, or divers aiming to capitalize on high visibility and quick boat transfers, the value is clear: less transit, earlier lines at charters and marinas, and the convenience of simple online booking. Who will love this experience? Travelers who prioritize time on the islands over time in airports — anglers, couples looking for a quick escape, small groups planning a fishing or diving charter. It’s an efficient bridge between South Florida and the Bahamas, and for many itineraries it converts what used to be a full travel day into a morning flight and an afternoon on the water. Before you go, complete the Bahamas digital customs form using the Exempt app and confirm any agriculture permits if you plan to travel with food or plants. Families traveling with minors should carry notarized consent or custody documents when required. Makers Air’s terms caution that delays from weather or customs are outside their liability, so build a buffer into onward transfers. With a clear passport, light bags within the 40‑lb limit, the route becomes a practical start to an island trip.

Quick Flights to Chub Cay & Staniel Cay: Makers Air Nonstop from FXE

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