South Caicos Airport (XSC)
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| Airport Code | IATA: XSC, ICAO: MBSC |
| Runway Length | 6,000 feet (1,829 meters) |
| Elevation | 6 feet (2 meters) |
| Runway Direction | 11/29 |
| Clearance Status | Domestic |
| Car Parking | Free |
South Caicos Airport (XSC) is a small international airport with a single, 6,000-foot (1,829 m) runway and one terminal. The complex welcomes about 30 scheduled domestic flights per week from Providenciales and Grand Turk, as well as a twice-weekly international flight from Miami via American Airlines.
The South Caicos Airport is located in the center of the island, and less than a five-minute drive from the main settlement of Cockburn Harbour.
Most private planes land on the island of Providenciales, where the majority of the country's FBOs are located. Typically, private aircraft clear immigration and customs at one of the Providenciales FBOs at the Providenciales International Airport (PLS).
The airport has been nominally renamed as the Norman B. Saunders Sr. International Airport after a former Chief Minister, however the South Caicos International Airport remains the dominant name used.
New! Flight from Miami, Florida
Starting March 15, 2025, American Airlines will offer a non-stop flight Wednesdays and Saturdays from Miami (MIA) to South Caicos (XSC). Book direct with American Airlines for the best rates and flexibility, and be one of the first to experience the first international flight to South Caicos.
Airlines Flying to South Caicos
Currently, the American Airlines Miami to South Caicos (XSC) flight is the only international route offered to the South Caicos Airport. This flight services the airport on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Both local Turks and Caicos airlines, interCaribbean and Caicos Express Airways, offer regularly scheduled flights to South Caicos. These airlines fly small twin-engine prop planes, such as the Beechcraft King Air or the de Havilland Twin Otter. There are several flights per day, every day of the week.
InterCaribbean provides flights from the Providenciales International Airport and the Grand Turk JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT), with at least one flight per day.
Caicos Express Airways provides charter flights, which may be worthwhile for larger groups. Providenciales to South Caicos flights connect through Grand Turk.
Both airlines are able to arrange charter flights if required.
Due to the small size of the aircraft flown to South Caicos, there are baggage restrictions both for carry-on and check-in luggage. Generally, the local airlines make an effort to accommodate exceptions when possible, yet there is only a certain amount of available stowage space. There may be additional fees for excess or oversize items, or items may be delayed to another flight in some cases.
Ground Transportation
There is no public transportation on South Caicos, and there is no taxi stand at the airport. The airport is about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the center of Cockburn Harbour.
The primary form of transport for visitors to South Caicos is by rental car. Availability is quite limited, and we advise reserving a car well in advance of your planned visit.
Several of the resorts on South Caicos provide complimentary airport transport. You are advised to contact your hotel or villa to arrange pick-up.
Shops and Restaurants
There is a small shop inside the South Caicos Airport that offers cold drinks and packaged snacks. Opening times generally coincide with flight arrivals and departures.
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