Delta, American Relaunch More Flights to The Bahamas

By: - January 12th, 2021
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More flights have resumed to The Bahamas, Caribbean Journal has learned. 

That includes the return of daily flights between Atlanta and North Eleuthera on Delta Airlines, along with resumed service between Atlanta and George Town, Exuma, also on Delta. 

American Airlines is now operating daily flights between Charlotte and North Eleuthera and George Town, Exuma as well. 

North Eleuthera is the primary gateway for travelers heading to The Bahamas’ chic Harbour Island, located a short ferry ride from the airport. 

The world’s largest airline, American Airlines, has also resumed its daily flight service between Miami and Grand Bahama. 

For more, visit The Bahamas.

— CJ

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