Planning hackSlow down to save
Staying longer in fewer places cuts transport costs and unlocks weekly discounts on stays.
✈️ Cheap flights to Antigua and Barbuda
Compare fares to Antigua and Barbuda from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into V. C. Bird Intl (ANU). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
🛬 Airports in Antigua and Barbuda
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANU | V. C. Bird Intl | Osbourn | Main |
| BBQ | Burton-Nibbs Intl | Codrington | Regional |
V. C. Bird International Airport near St John's receives direct flights from North America, the UK and other Caribbean islands. Barbuda is reached by a daily ferry or short flights from Antigua, and inter-island ferries and cruise ships also call at St John's.
📅 Best time to fly to Antigua and Barbuda
Best: December to April – dry, sunny weather, cooling trade winds and the big sailing events.
Cheaper shoulder season: May to June and November – fewer crowds and good deals, with only occasional showers.
Avoid: August to October – peak hurricane season, hotter and more humid, with some places closing.
Weather by month in St John's
- 28°Jan⛅
- 28°Feb☀️
- 28°Mar☀️
- 29°Apr☀️
- 30°May⛅
- 30°Jun⛅
- 31°Jul⛅
- 31°Aug⛅
- 31°Sep🌧
- 30°Oct🌧
- 29°Nov🌧
- 28°Dec⛅
Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
⏱️ Flight times to Antigua and Barbuda
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Antigua and Barbuda | 6,553 km | 8 h 35 min | |
| New York → Antigua and Barbuda | 2,855 km | 4 h 05 min | |
| Los Angeles → Antigua and Barbuda | 5,902 km | 7 h 45 min | |
| Chicago → Antigua and Barbuda | 3,712 km | 5 h 10 min | |
| Miami → Antigua and Barbuda | 2,139 km | 3 h 15 min | |
| San Francisco → Antigua and Barbuda | 6,285 km | 8 h 15 min | |
| Toronto → Antigua and Barbuda | 3,394 km | 4 h 45 min | |
| Paris → Antigua and Barbuda | 6,716 km | 8 h 45 min | |
| Frankfurt → Antigua and Barbuda | 7,159 km | 9 h 20 min | |
| Dubai → Antigua and Barbuda | 11,740 km | 14 h 50 min | |
| Delhi → Antigua and Barbuda | 13,280 km | 16 h 40 min* | |
| Mumbai → Antigua and Barbuda | 13,629 km | 17 h 05 min* | |
| Singapore → Antigua and Barbuda | 17,434 km | 21 h 40 min* | |
| Sydney → Antigua and Barbuda | 16,241 km | 20 h 15 min* |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in Antigua and Barbuda
- English Harbour – Home to Nelson's Dockyard, superyachts and lively bars, it is the heart of Antigua's sailing scene.
- Shirley Heights – An old military lookout with a postcard view over English and Falmouth harbours.
- St John's – The colourful capital has a twin-towered cathedral, a small national museum and busy waterfront markets.
- Dickenson Bay – A long, calm stretch of white sand lined with beach bars and watersports.
- Half Moon Bay – A sweeping crescent of pale sand with clear water protected by an offshore reef.
- Barbuda – Flat, quiet and wild, with pink-sand beaches, caves and the famous frigate bird sanctuary.
💡 Flight hacks
Money hackUse a no-foreign-fee card
A debit or credit card without foreign transaction fees saves 2–3% on every purchase and ATM withdrawal abroad.
Money hackWithdraw bigger amounts, less often
Most ATMs charge a flat fee, so taking out cash for several days at once is cheaper than many small withdrawals.
Flights to Antigua and Barbuda: questions
What is the main airport in Antigua and Barbuda?
The main international airport is V. C. Bird Intl (ANU) in Antigua and Barbuda. Other airports with scheduled flights include Codrington (BBQ).
How long is the flight from London to Antigua and Barbuda?
A nonstop flight from London to Antigua and Barbuda covers about 6,553 km and takes around 8 h 35 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to Antigua and Barbuda?
December to April – dry, sunny weather, cooling trade winds and the big sailing events.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Antigua and Barbuda?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: May to June and November – fewer crowds and good deals, with only occasional showers.
Do I need a visa to fly to Antigua and Barbuda?
It depends on your passport. See our Antigua and Barbuda visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
🌍 Antigua and Barbuda profile🛂 Visa & entry📰 Airline news✈️ All flight search
Searches open our travel partner in a new tab. We may earn a small commission when you book – it never changes the price you pay, and it keeps this site free.