The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority (ABAA) has issued a formal public advisory for all travellers and airport visitors, outlining adjusted temporary traffic flow and parking protocols that will be enforced at V.C. Bird International Airport for a full week in November 2026. The special arrangements will come into effect on Sunday, November 1, and remain in place through Saturday, November 7, implemented specifically to uphold uncompromised safety and smooth, uninterrupted movement for all passengers, event delegates, and airport stakeholders during the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) hosted on the islands. The ABAA has flagged that the most significant traffic disruptions will be concentrated during the 14-hour window running from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time each day between November 2 and November 4, a period that overlaps with the high-traffic CHOGM Business Forum being held at the nearby Sticky Wicket venue. To minimise inconvenience and prevent missed flights for the travelling public, the authority has shared a clear set of actionable guidance for all airport users. First, all travellers are strongly encouraged to map their journeys to the airport well in advance of their scheduled departure and build in extra buffer time to accommodate unexpected hold-ups on approach routes. Second, all individuals navigating the airport grounds and surrounding access roads are required to follow all newly posted temporary signage and comply with on-site directions from deployed traffic police officers who are managing vehicle movement and parking allocations across the entire airport precinct. Third, drivers dropping off or picking up passengers must only use officially designated parking zones and adhere strictly to all newly posted temporary parking bans to avoid towing or penalties. For passengers living with disabilities or with specific accessibility requirements, a dedicated support line has been established via the Airport Information Desk, reachable at (268) 484-1322, 484-1425, or 484-1426 to pre-arrange tailored assistance or resolve any related queries. All other airport users seeking real-time updates or additional support can visit the in-person Information Desks located on the lower concourse of Terminal A, or call the same three phone lines for remote enquiries. In its closing statement, the ABAA extended its gratitude in advance to the public for their anticipated patience and collaborative spirit while the temporary operational rules are active, noting that proactive advance planning from all visitors will help airport teams deliver a seamless, low-friction travel experience during this landmark international diplomatic gathering.
ADVISORY: Temporary Traffic and Parking Adjustments at V.C. Bird International Airport
