Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport is Saint Kitts and Nevis' leading airport, located on Saint Kitts Island, not far from the capital Basseterre.
It is connected with several Caribbean islands, the United States, and seasonally with the United Kingdom.
How to get to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport
Connection to the island of Nevis is available both by air (several daily flights) and by ferry, with a sea crossing of 25-45 minutes between Basseterre and Charlestown.
By Train
There is no railway connection to the airport.
By Bus
A public bus is available, with a journey of about 40 minutes and a ticket of about 2.50 USD.
Taxi fares are fixed by government, an exception compared to most airports in the region where prices are negotiated each time.
Parking near Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport
In front of the terminal is a surface parking area.
How to get to Saint Kitts from SKB
The transfer to Basseterre is typically by taxi.
By Train
There is no rail connection for the airport.
By Bus
A public bus connects the airport to the city center in about 40 minutes, with a ticket around 2.50 USD.
By Taxi
Basseterre is 3–5 km away, a journey of 5–10 minutes; fares are government-regulated, approximately 25 USD for the first 5 miles plus 3 USD for each additional mile.
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From SKB to the most sought-after destinations
Saint Kitts is directly connected to several US cities (Miami year-round, plus seasonal connections to Charlotte, New York and Philadelphia), to Toronto in Canada and to London Gatwick in the United Kingdom, in addition to several regional connections to nearby Caribbean islands.
Car rental at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport
Car rental is available directly at the airport.
Hotels near Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport
Basseterre and Bird Rock
Bird Rock is about 800 metres from the terminal, 2-3 minutes by car or taxi; downtown Basseterre and the cruise port are about 2 km away, 5-10 minutes.
Best for: Early-morning departures or short layovers, when it pays to stay close to the runway and the harbour without giving up a proper restaurant.
- The shortest possible transfer on the island, just minutes on both arrival and departure
- Restaurants, market and cruise-ship port within walking distance of the centre
- The best beaches are still those at Frigate Bay, 10-15 minutes further by car
- Bird Rock is a residential and port district, not a tourist area: in the evening there is little beyond the hotel
Recommended hotels
- Bird Rock Beach Hotel Beachfront hotel in Bird Rock, about 800 metres from the airport; home to one of the island's main diving centres, with boat trips to Devil's Cave among barracudas and nurse sharks. View availability
- The Colosseum St Kitts A 7-room guesthouse in downtown Basseterre, connected to a shopping centre and an 8-minute walk from the cruise-ship port; handy for those who want to stay in the city without a proper chain hotel. View availability
Frigate Bay and South East Peninsula
About 6-8 km from the airport along Frigate Bay Road: 10-15 minutes by car or taxi, with no practical public-transport alternative for those carrying luggage.
Best for: Those staying more than one night and wanting beach, pool and restaurants on hand, accepting a quarter-hour transfer from the airport.
- Beaches on both sides of the peninsula, Atlantic and Caribbean, just minutes on foot from the resorts
- Restaurants, golf course and evening life concentrated in a single area, manageable without a car once you've arrived
- Without a rental car you depend on taxis for any trip outside the resort
- Further from Basseterre's historic centre and the cruise port
Airport services
The airport offers service infrastructure befitting its role as the country's primary gateway.
Shopping & Duty Free
A duty-free area is available.
Lounges & relaxation
A paid-access lounge is available, located beyond the main terminal.
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi would appear to be available according to some sources, although it is not confirmed uniformly.
Families & Children
Family services are limited, consistent with the airport's modest size.
Terminal guide
The single terminal handles both international flights and regional connections to nearby islands.
Map of Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Do you need a visa for Saint Kitts and Nevis?
No for most nationalities (over 100 countries, including the EU), but since May 26, 2025 an electronic travel authorization must be requested online before departure.
Q. Is Saint Kitts safe for tourists?
Yes, the United States classifies it at the lowest advisory level: the main risks remain opportunistic theft, not attacks targeting visitors.
Q. What currency is used in Saint Kitts?
The Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), pegged to the US dollar at 2.70 to 1; many tourist prices are however quoted directly in USD.
Q. Do you need a passport to go to Nevis from Saint Kitts?
The two islands form a single country: no separate visa is needed, although the ferry between them still involves a document check.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
