Flights for Antigua
There are various direct flights available from across the U.S., United Kingdom and major European cities. Click the link below for airfare quotes, discounted when booking in conjunction with Harbour Hill.
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Enter “ANU” as the destination (Antigua airport code)
When you arrive in Antigua
We are happy to arrange pick up and transfer to Harbour Hill. Alternatively if you wish to rent a car we can recommend TITI CAR RENTAL. They have car collection points at the airport and in English Harbour. As guests at Harbour Hill they will pick you up at the airport on arrival and drive you to Harbour Hill. They will then organise your car for you or if you are tired from the flight they will return the following morning with your car. Contact us for more details.
On arrival at the house, our representative will meet you and show you around. You will also receive a welcome basket including drinks, refreshments and snacks and continental breakfast for the following morning.
Further information you may find useful
Time Zone
Atlantic Standard Time, one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time and the same as Eastern Daylight Time. GMT -4.
Currency / Money
The official currency of Antigua is the Eastern Caribbean dollar which is fixed to the US dollar. Recent exchange rate was US$1.00 = EC$2.70. US currency, travellers checks and major credit cards are welcome everywhere.
Shopping Hours
Monday thru Saturday 8:00am to noon and 1:00pm-5:00pm.
Banks
Antigua and Barbuda Development Bank, Antigua and Barbuda Investment, Bank Antigua Commercial Bank, Bank of Antigua, Bank of Nova Scotia, Barclays Bank PLC, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Caribbean Corporation Bank, Royal Bank of Canada, Swiss American National Bank of Antigua. Banking hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 1:00pm and again from 3:00pm to 5:00pm; Friday from 8:00am to 12:00pm, and 3:00pm to 5:00pm.
Driving
On the left – license required available at the airport for US$20.
Tipping/Gratuities
10-15% depending on the service. Some restaurants will automatically add a 10% gratuity. If in doubt, just ask. Give porters and bellhops 50 cents per bag, taxi drivers 10-15% of the fare.
Electricity
Part of the island is 110 volts, the remainder is 220 volts.
Medical Facilities
There are several general practitioners and specialists on the island, a hospital and a private clinic. No vaccinations are required unless the visitor is arriving from an endemic area. Recompression chambers are available by air ambulance at nearby Saba and in St. Thomas. Pharmaceutical services are widely available.
Passports & Immigration
U.S., Canadian and U.K. nationals require proof of citizenship–a valid passport, original or certified birth certificate. U.S. residents and others should contact the nearest tourist office for entry requirements.
Personal Safety
Antigua & Barbuda are relatively crime free, but exercise normal precautions; i.e. don’t leave valuables unattended in rental cars or on the beach.
