Fort Lauderdale, FL, Oct. 17, 2017 – Beginning Nov. 16, 2017, Bahamasair will offer nonstop airlift from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas to Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) in Nassau, Bahamas, connecting the 12th busiest airport in North America with one of the top tourism destinations in the Caribbean.

Houston area travelers will be able to enjoy convenient airlift service to The Islands Of The Bahamas, with twice-weekly flights departing IAH at 8:00 a.m. every Monday and Thursday arriving in Nassau by 11:10 a.m. and departing from Nassau at 4:00 p.m. every Sunday and Wednesday arriving in Houston by 7:10 p.m. Bahamasair is offering a special introductory rate of $445 round trip including taxes, making an island getaway inexpensive and convenient for the holidays. Passengers will receive complimentary refreshments, snacks, and their first bag checked free aboard a Boeing 737-500 Series Aircraft. Bahamasair offers connections to thirteen Bahamas Out Islands including Grand Bahama, Abaco, Eleuthera, Bimini and Exuma.

“We’re excited that Houstonians and residents throughout the region can experience the beauty and unique culture of The Bahamas without the hassle of a layover,” said Hon. Dionisio D’Aguilar, Bahamas Minister of Tourism and Aviation. “Nassau is a great destination for all types of travelers, as well as the gateway to our Out Islands, and the new Bahamasair service will make planning a vacation to The Bahamas that much easier.”

Nassau not only boasts some of the finest luxury resorts, casinos, restaurants and shopping districts in The Bahamas, but it is also the ideal destination to get a taste of an authentic Bahamian experience. From historical museums and culinary food tours, to fishing, diving, snorkeling and boating, there are plenty of attractions and activities for families, couples, groups of friends and solo travelers to enjoy.  

“Providing more travel options that offer beauty and splendor, such as that of The Bahamas, is part of the Houston Airport System’s mission,” said Mario Diaz, Houston Airport Systems Director. “Partnering with Bahamasair is one more way we connect Houstonians with the wonderful cultures of the world.”

“Bahamasair is delighted to offer residents of the Houston area reliable access to the gateway of paradise at a competitive price point,” said Frederick Donathan, Director of Sales and Marketing of Bahamasair. “The launch of this new direct service is a step in the right direction to expand the airline’s international route network.”

For more information on this special offer and to purchase tickets, visit www.bahamasair.com, book with a local travel agency, or directly by phone seven days a week at 1-800-222-4262. Downloadable images of the Bahamasair aircraft can be found here.

ABOUT THE BAHAMAS

The Islands Of The Bahamas have a place in the sun for everyone. Each island has its own personality and attractions for a variety of vacation styles with some of the world’s best scuba diving, fishing, sailing, boating, as well as, shopping and dining. The destination offers an easily accessible tropical getaway and provides convenience for travelers with preclearance through U.S. customs and immigration, and the Bahamian dollar is on par with the U.S. dollar. Do everything or do nothing, just remember It’s Better in The Bahamas. For more information call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Look for The Bahamas on the web on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

ABOUT BAHAMASAIR

Bahamasair was established in 1973 as a product of a newly established, independent Commonwealth Of The Bahamas. The mandate was to provide a safe and reliable mode of air transportation throughout the archipelagic nation and internationally. The National Flag carrier’s purpose was to provide an ‘Essential Service’ bridging Nassau, the nation’s capital and the remote ‘Family of Islands’. Bahamasair currently operates a route network of thirteen domestic destinations throughout the Islands Of The Bahamas and nine international destinations in the United States, Turks & Caicos, and Haiti. For more information visit www.bahamasair.com or call 1-800-222-4262.

ABOUT THE HOUSTON AIRPORT SYSTEM

Houston Airports served more than 55 million passengers in 2015. Houston's three airports -- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD) -- contribute more than $27.5 billion to the regional economy. IAH and HOU collectively provide nonstop flights to nearly 200 destinations worldwide. For more information, visit fly2houston.com. Get social with Houston Airports by following us on Twitter @IAH and @HobbyAirport.