JetBlue to Launch First-Ever Flight From Los Angeles to Nassau, Bahamas

JetBlue will launch the first-ever nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Nassau, The Bahamas this fall, the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board confirmed on Tuesday.

Debuting November 4, the once-weekly Saturday service will connect Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Nassau’s Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS).

The new route is a convenient one for West Coast travelers eager for a quick tropical getaway. NAS is the first airport outside of the U.S. to implement TSA PreCheck and one of the few offering U.S. Customs and Immigration Preclearance in addition to U.S. Global Entry.

“We are continuing to see a strong visitation to Nassau Paradise Island from Los Angeles, and we are excited to expand access and offer the first nonstop flight from LAX in the history of the destination,” Joy Jibrilu, CEO of the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board, said in a statement. “Nassau and Paradise Island are the perfect getaway for those on the West Coast craving a tropical vacation with our white sand beaches, turquoise waters, world-class resorts and unmatched Bahamian hospitality. We are so pleased with the partnership with JetBlue and excited to celebrate this milestone in driving tourism to The Bahamas.”

“Nassau is a very popular destination among our customers, and we are thrilled to launch the first nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Nassau, pioneering this unique service for an unserved market,” added David Jehn, vice president, network planning and partnerships, JetBlue. “We look forward to continuing our relationship with the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board and introducing the unique offerings of the island to our JetBlue customers.”

JetBlue currently offers nonstop service to Nassau from seven U.S. markets, including Fort Lauderdale, Boston and New York.