Nassau airport transfer costs are higher than many Caribbean destinations, primarily because taxis charge per person rather than per vehicle. Here is a clear breakdown for 2026.
Taxi fares (per person)
Government-regulated taxi rates from Lynden Pindling Airport:
To Cable Beach hotels: $15-22 per person To downtown Nassau: $22-30 per person To Paradise Island (Atlantis, Comfort Suites, etc.): $30-40 per person
These are one-way fares. A couple heading to Atlantis pays $60-80 total. A family of four pays $120-160. Children are typically charged the same rate. The per-person model makes taxis expensive for groups.
Pre-booked private transfers (per vehicle)
Private transfer pricing is per vehicle, which changes the math significantly:
To Cable Beach: $35-55 per vehicle To downtown Nassau: $45-65 per vehicle To Paradise Island: $55-85 per vehicle
For two or more passengers, a private transfer costs less than a taxi. For a family of four going to Paradise Island, you save $60-80 compared to four individual taxi fares. The vehicle is also confirmed, there is no queue, and payment is handled online.
Resort shuttles
Atlantis and Baha Mar offer shuttle services that may be included with your booking or available for a fee (typically $10-20 per person). Always check with your resort. If included, this is free transport you should not leave on the table.
What the Paradise Island bridge toll means
The bridge to Paradise Island has a $1 toll. Pre-booked transfers usually include this. Taxis may add it on top. It is a minor amount but worth knowing about.
Tipping expectations
Tipping is a meaningful part of service costs in the Bahamas. Standard tipping for taxi and transfer drivers is 15-20%. On a $30 taxi fare, budget $5-6 for the tip. On a $70 private transfer, $10-15 is appropriate.
Return trip to the airport
The same pricing structure applies for the return journey. Your hotel concierge can arrange a taxi, or you can book a return transfer when you arrange the arrival. Some transfer services offer round-trip discounts of 10-15%.
What affects the price
Number of passengers: This is the biggest factor because of per-person taxi pricing. Solo travelers pay the same as groups — per person. Private transfers charge per vehicle, so more passengers means lower cost per head.
Destination: Cable Beach is closest and cheapest. Paradise Island is furthest and most expensive. Downtown Nassau falls in between.
Luggage: Neither taxis nor transfers typically charge extra for luggage, but oversized items (dive gear, golf clubs) may require a larger vehicle.
Time of day: No formal night surcharges apply, though late-night taxi availability can be thinner.
Bottom line
Solo travelers and couples can take a taxi without overpaying. For groups of three or more, a pre-booked private transfer is the clear winner on price. Budget $15-40 per person for a taxi or $35-85 per vehicle for a transfer, plus 15-20% tip.