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Canouan Airport

Canouan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
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Gateway to the exclusive island of Canouan in the Grenadines.

Location
Canouan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Canouan Airport (IATA: CIW, ICAO: TVSC) is a small regional airport serving the island of Canouan in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It provides essential air access to this relatively remote Caribbean island, known for its upscale resorts and pristine beaches. The airport handles inter-island turboprop and small jet operations, connecting Canouan to neighboring islands such as Barbados, Saint Vincent, and other Grenadine destinations. Its runway was extended in the early 2000s to accommodate larger regional aircraft, supporting growth in luxury tourism. Given the island's exclusive character, the airport primarily serves private charters, high-end resort guests, and regional airline passengers. It remains a vital link for both residents and visitors to this small but increasingly prominent Caribbean destination.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to low-volume regional and charter traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport on Canouan is limited, with taxis and resort transfers being the primary means of reaching hotels and accommodations from the airport.
Airlines here
SVG Air and other regional carriers such as Mustique Airways have historically served Canouan, along with private charter operations.
Notable facts
  • ›The runway was extended to approximately 1,490 meters to accommodate larger turboprop and small jet aircraft.
  • ›Canouan is one of the more upscale destinations in the Grenadines, attracting luxury resort guests.
  • ›The airport supports significant private and charter aviation traffic due to the island's exclusive resorts.
  • ›Canouan Island has a population of only a few hundred permanent residents.
  • ›The airport's location near the coast means approaches are made over Caribbean waters.
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City & Place Guide

Unspoiled Caribbean gem blending luxury yachts with barefoot simplicity.

Canouan is a small, hilly island in the southern Grenadines, covering roughly 7 square kilometers and home to fewer than 2,000 residents. Its dramatic terrain, pristine coral reefs, and powdery white-sand beaches have earned it a reputation as one of the Caribbean's most exclusive yet authentic hideaways.

Despite the presence of an upscale resort and a golf course, much of the island retains its quiet fishing-village character. Charlestown Bay anchors the main settlement, where brightly painted wooden boats and friendly locals define daily life. Snorkeling, sailing, and diving in the surrounding turquoise waters are the island's principal draws.

  • •Godahl Beach — sheltered, crystal-clear bay ideal for snorkeling and swimming.
  • •Canouan Golf Course — championship 18-hole course with sweeping ocean panoramas.
  • •Charlestown Bay — the lively local harbor perfect for watching traditional fishing boats.
  • •Mahault Bay — remote, uncrowded beach accessible only by foot or boat.
  • •Carenage Bay — scenic anchorage popular with yachters and sunset chasers.
  • •Mount Royal — the island's highest point offering panoramic Grenadines vistas.

Getting around: Canouan has no public bus system or rideshare services; the island is compact enough to explore on foot or by bicycle. Taxis and minivans are available near the small Canouan Airport and can be arranged through your accommodation. Water taxis connect the island to nearby Grenadines such as Mayreau and Union Island.

Best time: December through April offers the driest, sunniest weather with calm seas, making it the ideal time to visit.

Local food: Try freshly grilled mahi-mahi and lobster at local beach shacks, along with traditional Vincentian dishes like fish broth, roasted breadfruit, and coconut-rich provisions.

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Canouan Airport
Encyclopaedia

Canouan Airport is the airport located on the island of Canouan in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The airport serves the surrounding tourist areas and environs of the Grenadines and is a major destination during the Caribbean winter leisure season. Aside from facilitating regular passenger flights, the airport is also open for international corporate jet operations and charter flights. Canouan Airport was the main business aviation airport in St. Vincent and the Grenadines before the opening of Argyle International Airport. The terminal has a CIP lounge and other facilities for international passengers and a domestic hub for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It is the second largest airport in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, after Argyle International Airport. The airport often served as the alternate airport for E.T. Joshua Airport, now a decommissioned airport in St. Vincent and other Grenadines airports.

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