Wallblake Airport serves Anguilla, a small British island in the Caribbean known for upscale tourism, beaches with very fine white sand and a much more peaceful atmosphere compared to other more crowded Caribbean islands.
It is located near The Valley, the island's capital.
How to get to Wallblake Airport
By Car
By Train
Average travel time to AXA
Parking near Wallblake Airport
The car park, of modest size, is located a short walk from the small terminal.
It is not staffed; the rates are generally modest or symbolic, consistent with the airport's size.
How to get to The Valley from AXA
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By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Wallblake Airport
Car rental is available through local operators in the arrivals area.
A local temporary driving license is required, issued at the time of rental for a small fee (valid for foreign visitors, not for residents); bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name.
Hotels near Wallblake Airport
The airport and The Valley
Bel Ti Plas is in Rock Farm, about 2 km from Crocus Bay Beach; Deany's Uptop Luxury Suite is in North Hill Village: both a few minutes by taxi from the airport. The island has no scheduled buses, only government-set fixed-rate taxis or rental cars.
Best for: Travellers arriving on a direct flight to Clayton J. Lloyd who want the shortest transfer, or anyone departing early in the morning on one of the few charter connections.
- A few minutes by taxi from the terminal, handy for the small turboprop flights from San Juan, St Maarten or Antigua
- The Valley concentrates the island's offices and the few shops, useful in case of flight mishaps
- The busiest beaches, Shoal Bay and Meads Bay, stay a 10-15 minute taxi ride away
- A residential area with no restaurants of its own: dinner depends on a taxi or car
Recommended hotels
- Bel Ti Plas Guest house in Rock Farm, about 2 km from Crocus Bay Beach and 5.3 km from Shoal Bay, a few minutes from Clayton J. Lloyd airport; run directly by the owner, named in reviews as Kurtz. View availability
- Deany's Uptop Luxury Suite Third-floor apartment in North Hill Village, in the island's central area; 4 minutes by car from Sandy Ground bay and its beach bars (Elvis, Dolce Vita, Johnno's). View availability
North coast: Shoal Bay and Limestone Bay
10-15 minutes by car or taxi from the airport; no public transport, only fixed-rate taxis or rental cars.
Best for: Travellers who want the beach right outside the door, on the island's Atlantic side, away from The Valley's (minimal) traffic.
- Shoal Bay East is among the best-preserved beaches in the Caribbean, with beach bars like Uncle Ernie's and Gwen's
- Limestone Bay is a smaller, more sheltered bay, with fewer tourists
- A rental car or taxi is needed for every trip, even just for dinner outside the accommodation
- Few shops nearby: grocery shopping is done in The Valley or Sandy Ground
Recommended hotels
- Ocean Terrace Condominiums Eleven condominiums on a hill above Shoal Bay East, with round-the-clock on-site management; the units, sold and rented separately, have a full kitchen and sea views towards the nearby islands. View availability
- Sandcastle Villa & Beach House House right on the sand of Limestone Bay, a sheltered bay on the north coast; comes with a 4x4 jeep, kayak, SUP boards and snorkelling gear included in the stay. View availability
Blowing Point and the ferry to St Martin
Public ferries connect Blowing Point to Marigot in 20 minutes, with around 10 departures a day between 7:30 and 18:00, no booking needed (ticket bought on the spot, 30 USD each way).
Best for: Travellers arriving or leaving by ferry from Marigot, St Martin, instead of by plane, or anyone who wants to stay near Rendezvous Bay.
- Suited to travellers planning their trip around the ferry rather than the flight to Clayton J. Lloyd
- Rendezvous Bay is a few minutes' walk away, less busy than Shoal Bay
- 20-25 minutes by car from the airport: worth considering if flying instead of taking the ferry
- An area with few restaurants independent of the accommodation
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Terminal guide
The airport has a small terminal, appropriate for the island's modest size and exclusive tourism market.
Given the compact single-terminal structure, the walk from check-in to gate takes just a few minutes, with security queues generally minimal even during peak season.
Map of Wallblake Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Do you drive on the left or the right in Anguilla?
You drive on the left, as in the UK: a detail worth keeping in mind for anyone renting a car.
Q. Do you need a special licence to drive in Anguilla?
Yes, a temporary local driving licence is generally required, issued at the time of car rental for a small fee.
Q. Do taxis in Anguilla have meters?
Generally not: fares are fixed by zone, so it's always good to ask the price before setting off.
Q. Do many Anguilla resorts offer airport transfers?
Yes, often included or arrangeable directly with the property when booking, a convenient alternative to a taxi.
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