RCY - Rum Cay Airport
Port Nelson, Bahamas
IATA Code: RCY · Port Nelson, Bahamas
The airport code RCY is the IATA identifier for Rum Cay Airport. You may also find it referred to as Port Nelson Airport (RCY).
Rum Cay Airport (RCY) serves Port Nelson, Bahamas, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RCY is the IATA airport code for Rum Cay Airport, located in Port Nelson, Bahamas. The airport is situated at coordinates 23.6844°N, 74.8362°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- RCY
- City
- Port Nelson
- Country
- Bahamas
- Timezone
- America/Nassau
- Latitude
- 23.6844°
- Longitude
- -74.8362°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RCY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SML - Stella Maris | 45 km | $669 | $1/passenger |
| ZSA - Cockburn Town | 53 km | $788 | $2/passenger |
| LGI - Dead Man'''s Cay | 62 km | $922 | $2/passenger |
| TBI - Cat Island | 94 km | $1,398 | $3/passenger |
| GGT - Great Exuma | 107 km | $1,591 | $3/passenger |
| CRI - Colonel Hill | 124 km | $1,844 | $4/passenger |
| ATC - Arthur'''s Town | 135 km | $2,007 | $4/passenger |
| AXP - Spring Point | 164 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| TYM - Staniel Cay | 172 km | $2,557 | $5/passenger |
| DCT - Duncan Town | 190 km | $2,825 | $6/passenger |
| RSD - Rock Sound | 191 km | $2,840 | $6/passenger |
| NMC - Norman'''s Cay | 225 km | $3,345 | $7/passenger |
| GHB - Governor'''s Harbor | 234 km | $3,479 | $7/passenger |
| MYG - Mayaguana | 236 km | $3,509 | $7/passenger |
| ELH - North Eleuthera | 273 km | $4,059 | $8/passenger |
| COX - Andros | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| PID - Nassau | 294 km | $4,371 | $9/passenger |
| MAY - Clarence Bain | 297 km | $4,416 | $9/passenger |
| NAS - Nassau | 306 km | $4,550 | $9/passenger |
| ASD - Andros Town | 321 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| IGA - Matthew Town | 324 km | $4,817 | $10/passenger |
| MOA - Moa | 337 km | $5,011 | $10/passenger |
| PLS - Providenciales | 339 km | $5,040 | $10/passenger |
| NCA - North Caicos | 356 km | $5,293 | $11/passenger |
| HOG - Holguin | 356 km | $5,293 | $11/passenger |
| SAQ - San Andros | 359 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| CCZ - Chub Cay | 363 km | $5,397 | $11/passenger |
| VTU - Las Tunas | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| BCA - Baracoa Playa | 371 km | $5,516 | $11/passenger |
| MDS - Middle Caicos | 373 km | $5,546 | $11/passenger |
| GHC - Bullocks Harbour | 380 km | $5,650 | $11/passenger |
| CCC - Cunagua | 382 km | $5,680 | $11/passenger |
| MHH - Marsh Harbor | 387 km | $5,754 | $12/passenger |
| CMW - Camaguey | 399 km | $5,932 | $12/passenger |
| GAO - Guantanamo | 402 km | $5,977 | $12/passenger |
| BYM - Bayamo | 409 km | $6,081 | $12/passenger |
| XSC - South Caicos | 416 km | $6,185 | $12/passenger |
| NBW - Guantanamo | 422 km | $6,274 | $13/passenger |
| SCU - Santiago De Cuba | 426 km | $6,334 | $13/passenger |
| TCB - Treasure Cay | 426 km | $6,334 | $13/passenger |
| MZO - Manzanillo | 443 km | $6,587 | $13/passenger |
| AVI - Ciego De Avila | 445 km | $6,616 | $13/passenger |
| GDT - Cockburn Town | 454 km | $6,750 | $14/passenger |
| SLX - Salt Cay | 456 km | $6,780 | $14/passenger |
| BWW - Cayo Santa Maria | 456 km | $6,780 | $14/passenger |
| PAX - Port-de-Paix | 465 km | $6,914 | $14/passenger |
| BIM - Alice Town | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
| FPO - Freeport | 503 km | $7,479 | $15/passenger |
| USS - Sancti Spiritus | 509 km | $7,568 | $15/passenger |
| CAP - Cap Haitien | 517 km | $7,687 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RCY Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from RCY
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Port Nelson
Port Nelson enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through RCY
Traveling through Port Nelson in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via RCY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Rum Cay Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RCY
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to RCY are SML, ZSA, LGI — consider these for potentially lower fares