Barbados Airports

Lying in the southeast of the Caribbean archipelago is Barbados, or Little England as it is more affectionately known. Famed for its pink beaches and historical maritime attractions, travel to Barbados is predominantly by air, although you can also get here by boat. Don't forget to check out our Caribbean Travel Guide.

The beaches on Barbados are the main draw for most people who come to the island and there are many to choose from. Ranging from the lively resorts on the west coast to the more sedate and exclusive hideouts of the east coast, popular beaches on the island include Good Shepherd Beach and Paynes Bay in the west and Bathsheba Beach in the east. While the west is known for its nightlife and scuba diving, the east is where surfers head, owing to the strong winds on this side of the island.

Bridgetown is the capital of Barbados and offers great attractions and a tidy waterfront, complete with a cruise ship terminal and the ubiquitous duty-free shops. Barbados also has a Trafalgar Square named after London's famous landmark, which also features a Lord Nelson monument. Among the Victorian buildings of Bridgetown is the 17th-century St Michaels Cathedral, while the Barbados Museum is also a must-see. Elsewhere on the island is the Andromeda Botanical Gardens and Farley Hill National Park.

Grantley Adams International Airport is Barbados's main air hub that handles more than two-million passengers per year, operating scheduled and charter flights mainly from European and American destinations. There is one terminal here handling both passengers from nearby islands and long-haul visitors, and one of the major carriers operating here is Virgin Atlantic. Grantley Adams Airport is located 10 miles southeast of Bridgetown city centre and is served by both buses and taxis.