Maurice Bishop International Airport Guide (GND)

Airport info
Code: GND
Address:
Maurice Bishop Memorial Highway, True Blue, Grenada
Location:

Maurice Bishop International Airport is situated 7km (4 miles) southwest of Grenada's capital, St George's.

No. of terminals: 1 Dialling code: +1 473
Telephone:
+1 473 444 4555

Serving the capital city St George’s, Maurice Bishop International Airport is the main airport for the island of Grenada. Our Maurice Bishop International Airport includes contact details as well as information regarding terminal facilities, transport access and accommodation options nearby.

Information

The airport information desk is in the public concourse, on the ground floor. There is also a tourist information desk at the airport, operated by Grenada Board of Tourism, situated in the arrival hall before immigration control. Information on hotel accommodation, tour packages, exchange rates, car rental and general assistance is available here.

Email address: 
gaa@mbiagrenada.com
Website
www.mbiagrenada.com
Driving directions

From St George's, follow the coastal road southbound and join the Maurice Bishop Highway, which leads to the airport site. The total drive time from St George’s is approximately 20 minutes.

Public Transport

Public transport road

Bus:There is a bus from Maurice Bishop International Airport to St George's, but the service is irregular and most travellers prefer to use a taxi.

Taxi:Taxis with fixed-rate fares are available from Maurice Bishop International Airport. Numerous taxi services serve the airport, including the Progressive Airport Taxi Union (tel: +1 473 444 4296). The journey time to St George's town centre is roughly 20 minutes, and the fare is around EC$35.

Terminal facilities

Money

An ATM is located within the terminal at Maurice Bishop International Airport.

Communication

Free Wi-Fi access is available in the terminal building. There is a public telephone on the ground floor, and there are charging points for mobile phones, laptops and other devices. A postbox is positioned in the public area – stamps can be purchased from the bookshops in this area.

Food

There is a small selection of places to eat and drink in the airport, including a restaurant, café and snack bar.

Shopping

A limited selection of shops can be found in the terminal, both before and after the security screening point, and include jewellery and souvenir retailers and bookshops. Duty-free is available in the departure lounge.

Luggage

Luggage trolleys can be used by passengers for a small fee (EC$2.00 per trolley). Left-luggage and porterage assistance is also available. For lost property queries, contact the main airport help desk (tel: +1 473 444 4555).

Other

Other facilities at the airport include a first-class lounge, situated in the departures area. There are also a number of travel agencies and tour operators in the terminal, who can provide booking services and information on local attractions.

Airport facilities

Conference and business

There are no conference and business facilities at Maurice Bishop International Airport. Grenadian by Rex Resorts (tel: +1 473 444 3333; www.rexresorts.com) has three meeting rooms and a range of business services. Similar facilities are available at the Radisson Grenada Beach Resort (tel: +1 473 444 4371; www.radisson.com).

Disabled facilities

There are numerous facilities within the terminal to provide access for physically disabled passengers, including accessible toilets and ramps. Wheelchairs are available on request. Disabled parking spaces are clearly marked near the terminal building. Any passengers who may require additional assistance are advised to contact their airline before travelling.

Car parking

Public car parking is situated to the east of the terminal building, with around 200 short-term spaces available.

Car rental

Car hire companies at the airport include David’s Sun Cars and Y&R Car Rentals, both of which have desks near the exit of the arrivals terminal. It is also possible to rent vehicles from major hotels in the area.

Hotels

There are no on-site hotels at Maurice Bishop International Airport. Accommodation options closest to the airport are of the 'inclusive resort' type, mainly beachside, and offer luxury accommodation combined with a broad choice of activities and sports as part of their service.


Sandals La Source Grenada Resort

+1 800 022 3030

Five minutes' drive from Maurice Bishop International Airport, this luxury resort boasts the full range of services associated with this type of accommodation. Spread between three ‘villages’ are nine restaurants, three pools, a fitness centre and spa.

Pink Gin Beach, St. George's, Grenada

Radisson Grenada Beach Resort

+1 473 444 4371

Right on the beach, this is a good spot if you like aquatic activities and sports – diving instruction is offered to those wishing to learn. The resort also has botanical gardens, two restaurants, several bars, a business centre and a range of conference and meeting rooms.

Grand Anse Beach, Grand Anse, Grenada

Grenadian by Rex Resorts

+1 473 444 3333

Set in a stunning beachside location, this resort is very close to Maurice Bishop International Airport. Free Wi-Fi is available in certain areas, and there is a wide range of dining and sporting options, including fishing and diving.

Grand Anse Beach, Grand Anse, St. George’s, Grenada
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