SML - Stella Maris Airport
Stella Maris, Bahamas
IATA Code: SML · Stella Maris, Bahamas
The airport code SML is the IATA identifier for Stella Maris Airport. You may also find it referred to as Stella Maris Airport (SML).
Stella Maris Airport (SML) serves Stella Maris, Bahamas, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SML is the IATA airport code for Stella Maris Airport, located in Stella Maris, Bahamas. The airport is situated at coordinates 23.5823°N, 75.2686°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
- SML
- City
- Stella Maris
- Country
- Bahamas
- Timezone
- America/Nassau
- Latitude
- 23.5823°
- Longitude
- -75.2686°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SML
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCY - Port Nelson | 45 km | $669 | $1/passenger |
| LGI - Dead Man'''s Cay | 48 km | $714 | $1/passenger |
| GGT - Great Exuma | 62 km | $922 | $2/passenger |
| TBI - Cat Island | 84 km | $1,249 | $2/passenger |
| ZSA - Cockburn Town | 93 km | $1,383 | $3/passenger |
| ATC - Arthur'''s Town | 123 km | $1,829 | $4/passenger |
| TYM - Staniel Cay | 136 km | $2,022 | $4/passenger |
| CRI - Colonel Hill | 145 km | $2,156 | $4/passenger |
| DCT - Duncan Town | 163 km | $2,423 | $5/passenger |
| RSD - Rock Sound | 173 km | $2,572 | $5/passenger |
| AXP - Spring Point | 184 km | $2,736 | $5/passenger |
| NMC - Norman'''s Cay | 194 km | $2,884 | $6/passenger |
| GHB - Governor'''s Harbor | 218 km | $3,241 | $6/passenger |
| COX - Andros | 245 km | $3,643 | $7/passenger |
| ELH - North Eleuthera | 254 km | $3,776 | $8/passenger |
| MAY - Clarence Bain | 258 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| PID - Nassau | 265 km | $3,940 | $8/passenger |
| MYG - Mayaguana | 267 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| NAS - Nassau | 275 km | $4,089 | $8/passenger |
| ASD - Andros Town | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| SAQ - San Andros | 326 km | $4,847 | $10/passenger |
| MOA - Moa | 328 km | $4,877 | $10/passenger |
| HOG - Holguin | 329 km | $4,892 | $10/passenger |
| IGA - Matthew Town | 333 km | $4,951 | $10/passenger |
| CCZ - Chub Cay | 334 km | $4,966 | $10/passenger |
| VTU - Las Tunas | 336 km | $4,996 | $10/passenger |
| CCC - Cunagua | 337 km | $5,011 | $10/passenger |
| GHC - Bullocks Harbour | 354 km | $5,263 | $11/passenger |
| CMW - Camaguey | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| BCA - Baracoa Playa | 366 km | $5,442 | $11/passenger |
| PLS - Providenciales | 368 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| MHH - Marsh Harbor | 373 km | $5,546 | $11/passenger |
| BYM - Bayamo | 381 km | $5,665 | $11/passenger |
| NCA - North Caicos | 388 km | $5,769 | $12/passenger |
| GAO - Guantanamo | 389 km | $5,784 | $12/passenger |
| AVI - Ciego De Avila | 400 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| SCU - Santiago De Cuba | 406 km | $6,036 | $12/passenger |
| MDS - Middle Caicos | 406 km | $6,036 | $12/passenger |
| NBW - Guantanamo | 409 km | $6,081 | $12/passenger |
| TCB - Treasure Cay | 411 km | $6,111 | $12/passenger |
| BWW - Cayo Santa Maria | 411 km | $6,111 | $12/passenger |
| MZO - Manzanillo | 412 km | $6,126 | $12/passenger |
| XSC - South Caicos | 448 km | $6,661 | $13/passenger |
| USS - Sancti Spiritus | 464 km | $6,899 | $14/passenger |
| BIM - Alice Town | 467 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| PAX - Port-de-Paix | 476 km | $7,077 | $14/passenger |
| FPO - Freeport | 478 km | $7,107 | $14/passenger |
| GDT - Cockburn Town | 486 km | $7,226 | $14/passenger |
| SLX - Salt Cay | 487 km | $7,241 | $14/passenger |
| SNU - Santa Clara | 493 km | $7,330 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SML 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 SML
- 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 Stella Maris
Stella Maris 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 SML
Traveling through Stella Maris 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 SML
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Stella Maris Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SML
- 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 SML are RCY, LGI, GGT — consider these for potentially lower fares