Grantley Adams Airport Departures (BGI)

Flight Departures at Grantley Adams Airport

Before exiting your transport vehicle at Grantley Adams International Airport, collect your personal belongings before entering the airport gate.

Additionally, it is ideal for passengers to arrive at the facility at least 90 minutes before their flight schedule or per instruction by the airline carrier.

Parking at Grantley Adams International Airport

The airport has enough parking spaces for its passengers. However, some spaces can get occupied quickly, depending on the time of day and season.

Please allow plenty of time when traveling with your vehicle to the airport. The facility is open 24/7. See more information about long and short-term parking at Grantley Adams International Airport.

Transfer Services at Grantley Adams International Airport

Passengers with outbound flights can get to the airport on a rental car, taxi, rideshare, shuttle, and public bus.

The drop-off area is in front of the airport terminal.

Rental Car Services at Grantley Adams International Airport

When ready to return your vehicle to the car rental center, remove all personal items before turning over the rented vehicle to the designated facility.

Allow plenty of time for your drive when returning the vehicle. If you’re not sure where to go, give the rental company a call.

When renting a vehicle, customers must abide by the Terms and Conditions of the rental company at all times. See all rental car companies at Grantley Adams International Airport.

For item(s) lost and found inside the vehicle, please contact the rental car company directly.

For item(s) left on a rental car center, report to the Airport Lost and Found Section at +1 246 420 2900.

Found items will be kept in the Lost Property Office for 30 days.

Ride Shares at Grantley Adams International Airport

Rideshares are currently not provided at this airport.

Taxis at Grantley Adams International Airport

Taxis drop their passengers in front of the terminal building. A typical taxi fare from the downtown area would be around US$ 30.00.

If you are traveling from outside the city center area, please consult your driver for rates. It is not customary to give the driver a tip in Barbados, but it is appreciated for good service.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and driver's name in case you leave something behind. More information about taxis at Grantley Adams International Airport.

Ferries at Grantley Adams International Airport

The biggest ferry station near BGI is the Port of Bridgetown (Bridgetown Deep Water Harbor).

In addition to international shipping, the Deep Water Harbor is the port of entry for southern-Caribbean cruise ships. More information about ferry services to and from Port of Bridgetown located in Barbados.

From the airport, you can get there by taxi for approximately $30.00 in less than 20 minutes.

Buses at Grantley Adams International Airport

The airport has several bus routes to downtown. Bus fares are at BDs$ 2.00. Travel time takes around 45 minutes. Buses leave every 10 minutes

You can walk outside the airport terminal gates for about 10 minutes, and get the local buses going to different places in the city. Further information about buses to and from Grantley Adams International Airport.

Follow signs to ground transportation in the direction of the bus stop at the airport.

Hotel Shuttle at Grantley Adams International Airport

Some hotels in the area may provide your party with a shuttle service.

For convenience, please confirm with your local hotel if this service is available in your accommodation.

Shuttles drop passengers in front of the terminal.

Other Services at Grantley Adams International Airport

Wi-Fi at Grantley Adams International Airport

The airport offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the terminal building.

ATMs at Grantley Adams International Airport

There are ATMs located throughout the departure terminal in the public area and after the security checkpoint in the retail shopping mall.

The ATMs take Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. Only Barbados currency is dispensed.

Fees may apply. Check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if traveling internationally.

You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans.

Currency Exchange at Grantley Adams International Airport

They are located in the departures lounge and arrivals terminal.

The opening hours for those in the Departures Lounge are 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily, including bank holidays.

Services offered include selling travelers’ cheques and cash exchanges for both local and foreign currencies.

Note: Currency exchange shops and kiosks in airports are not the best places to exchange money.

For the best rates, try a local bank or a bank ATM to make your currency exchanges.

Check if your bank offers foreign ATM fee refunds for using a foreign card. Not all currency exchanges charge the same rate.

Additionally, consider withdrawing foreign currency from an ATM at your destination, preferably one that is affiliated with your bank to pay the lowest transaction fees.

Nursing Stations at Grantley Adams International Airport

There are no designated areas for nursing mothers or special quarters for families traveling with children at the airport.

Please approach the Information Desk at the airport for assistance.

Restrooms at Grantley Adams International Airport

Accessible restrooms and regular restrooms are throughout the airport.

Food and Beverages at Grantley Adams International Airport

There are food and beverages shops throughout the airport terminals. Most food concessions operate on varying schedules.

Shopping at Grantley Adams International Airport

There are also plenty of restaurants, cafés, and snack bars, which will make waiting for your flight a pleasant and, most importantly, delicious experience.

Smoking at Grantley Adams International Airport

Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminals. There are no smoking facilities inside the terminal.

When in the facility, please follow smoking regulations at all times

Lost and Found Section at Grantley Adams International Airport

If you lost an item in any other area at the airport, including the security checkpoints and shuttle buses, please contact the Lost and Found Office at +1 246 420 2900.

Or you can also complete the Lost and Found process at the Airport Information Desk.

When leaving your details for lost items(s), please include your full name, contact details, phone, email, and a description of the item(s).

The airport will keep all lost and found items for a considerable time of at least 30 days. After said period, the property will be deemed abandoned.

Please talk to the airport representative at the counter.

Ticketing at Grantley Adams International Airport

Please look for overhead signs pointing in the direction of ticketing areas at the terminals in front of the security checkpoint.

Each airline has its operating hours, but typically, airlines open their ticket counters two hours before departure time, even for early morning flights.

Please contact airlines directly for fares, ticket purchases, and flight schedules.

Finally, consider the advantages of booking a flight ahead of time. All information and ticket purchases can be done directly on the website of your airline.

Information Desk at Grantley Adams International Airport

There are two information desks at this airport. One is in the Departures Terminal and one in the Arrivals Terminal.

Please follow the overhead signs to locate the Information Desk in the lobby.

Information desk officers can help you obtain valuable guidelines on traveling around Barbados.

Pet Relief at Grantley Adams International Airport

Before bringing any animal to the airport, verify whether any health certificates, documents, and/or quarantine are required in the destination country.

Pets must be carried in containers (kennels) that are strong enough to withstand breaking and prevent escape.

Pet owners have to respect the community rules regarding the movements of pet animals in enclosed public spaces.

All information about the necessary documents needed for your pet may be obtained from your airline.

Disabled Passengers at Grantley Adams International Airport

This facility is fully accessible to passengers with special needs, and wheelchairs are allowed to the gates and aircraft doors.

Travelers with disabilities or medical needs who have questions about the policies or procedures at security checkpoints, please call +1 246-536-1302.

Additionally, they may notify the airline, travel agent, ticketing agent, flight attendant, or gate agent when carts, wheelchairs, or medical transportation is needed.

Book flights well in advance and call the airline directly to ensure that all disability-related needs will be met.

Politely ask for the name and position of each person you speak with and record this information in case you will need it for reference.

When possible, make arrangements for travel to and from airports, including transportation options to your final destination.

Make these arrangements well in advance along with your flight arrangements to avoid frustration upon arrival and departure.

Arrive at the airport one hour earlier than normally advised. This will allow time for accommodations to be made and avoid delays through security.