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American Airlines Launches New Flights To Bimini, One Of The Bahamas’ Most Beautiful Islands

American Airlines adds seventh Bahamian destination with nonstop Miami-Bimini flight, supporting $80 million airport upgrades and boosting tourism to Out Islands, officials said.

  • American Airlines launched the first-ever nonstop service from Miami International Airport to South Bimini Airport on Feb. 14, 2026.
  • The Government of The Bahamas paired the launch with the 2023 Out Islands Renaissance Project targeting 14 airports and a Public-Private Partnership’s $80 million, two-phase upgrade to South Bimini International Airport.
  • American Airlines said it plans a 7 daily U.S. flights to seven destinations and will operate up to 35 flights this summer, adding Bimini as its seventh stop, José María Giraldo noted.
  • Officials expect the route to boost visitor arrivals and tourism impact, with Latia Duncombe saying it will strengthen tourism and the Hon. I. Chester Cooper calling it `This is a game-changer for Bimini,` signaling economic growth.
  • The service positions Bimini as an even more accessible gateway to The Bahamas, lying only 50 miles off Florida, supporting quick-getaway tourism with world-class fishing, diving, and Out/Family Islands connectivity.
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The Bahamas Welcomes First-Ever U.S. Nonstop Service to Bimini via American Airlines

Nassau, The Bahamas, Feb. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation proudly announced a new era of...

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
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