FORT WORTH- American Airlines (AA) is set to launch its shortest ever international route in early 2026. The new service will connect Miami (MIA) to South Bimini (BIM), strengthening the carrier’s network in the Bahamas.
The route spans just 64 miles, making it the briefest flight in American’s system. Operated by American Eagle through Envoy Air, the connection provides a new option for travelers beyond ferries and smaller domestic carriers.
Photo: EmbraerAmerican Airlines Shortest International Flight
Beginning February 14, 2026, American Airlines will offer three weekly flights between Miami (MIA) and South Bimini (BIM). The service will run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays with the following schedule:
- AA4108 Miami to South Bimini — Departs 10:05 AM, arrives 11:05 AM
- AA4108 South Bimini to Miami — Departs 11:50 AM, arrives 12:50 PM
Flights will use the Embraer E175, featuring 76 seats, including 12 in business class and 64 in economy.
With a block time of one hour, this route officially surpasses the Chicago (ORD) to Milwaukee (MKE) flight, which covers 67 miles, as American’s shortest. Reported by OMAAT, this expansion highlights the airline’s growing presence in the Bahamas.
Photo: By Halligan218 – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=114029130Strategic Expansion
South Bimini becomes American’s seventh destination in the Bahamas, underscoring the importance of the market for leisure travel.
The island is popular among tourists, particularly with Resorts World Bimini driving demand. Previously, travelers relied on ferries from Fort Lauderdale or connections via other Bahamian airports such as Nassau (NAS) or Freeport (FPO).
This new nonstop service provides a more convenient option for travelers connecting from other U.S. cities, reducing reliance on ferries or smaller regional airlines.
Photo: By Nathan Coats from Seattle, WA, United States of America – 02092018_American Eagle (Envoy)_E145_N676AE_KMIA_NASEDIT, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=76838612Less Competitive Route
Currently, South Bimini sees scheduled flights from Flamingo Air via Freeport (FPO) and Western Air via Nassau (NAS).
Both routes are longer than the upcoming Miami service. Additionally, Tropic Ocean Airways operates charter seaplane flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to the North Bimini Seaplane Base (NSB).
However, American’s entry marks the first regularly scheduled U.S. airline service directly to South Bimini.
The new flights are expected to boost tourism by offering reliable, nonstop service from Miami, one of American’s largest hubs.
The short distance makes it attractive for vacationers who prefer air travel over ferry services.
With multiple hotels and resorts on the island, the new route is positioned to support both leisure demand and international connectivity.
Photo: EmbraerBottom Line
American Airlines (AA) will launch a thrice weekly Miami (MIA)–South Bimini (BIM) service starting February 14, 2026, operated by American Eagle using Embraer E175 aircraft.
Covering just 64 miles, it becomes the airline’s shortest route systemwide, narrowly beating Chicago (ORD)–Milwaukee (MKE) at 67 miles.
This expansion underscores American’s strategy of tapping into high-potential leisure destinations while strengthening Miami’s role as a leading hub for the Caribbean.
With limited existing options and strong demand for accessible vacation getaways, the route has the potential to succeed as both a convenient alternative to ferry services and an added boost to the Bahamian tourism sector.
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