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Last Update: November 2025
Who is Liat Air?
Liat Air (formerly LIAT 2020 Limited) is a low-cost airline operating flights throughout the Caribbean. The airline is based in Antigua and Barbuda and began operations on 6 August 2024. Liat Air is a joint venture between the Government of Antigua and Barbuda working with Air Peace.
The airline launched after its predecessor LIAT (1974) Corporation went into liquidation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Liat Air rebranded from LIAT 2020 to Liat Air in July 2025.
Liat Air's full unabbreviated name is Leewards Islands Air Transport Services.
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Liat Air check-in
Liat Air passengers must check in at the airport. The airline does not currently offer online check-in through their website.
Airport check-in for Liat Air
Passengers should arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before departure. Liat Air check-in desks close 45 minutes before the flight departs. The airline assigns seats at check-in on a first-come-first-served basis.
Families wanting to sit together should arrive early to secure adjacent seats. Report to the Liat Air check-in counters as soon as you arrive. Passengers who miss the check-in deadline may be refused boarding.
Liat Air cabin class
Liat Air offers Economy Class on all flights. Passengers can choose from various ticket upgrades when booking.
Economy Class on Liat Air
Economy Class is the only cabin option available on Liat Air flights. The airline's trained cabin crew provide safe and comfortable service throughout your journey. On longer flights, passengers can purchase light snacks and soft drinks from the menu.
Liat Air Economy Class seats are arranged in a 2 x 2 configuration. Each seat offers approximately 17 inches of width and 30 inches of space between your seat and the one in front.
Liat Air baggage allowance
Liat Air has specific baggage rules for cabin and checked luggage.
Cabin baggage on Liat Air
Passengers can bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7kg. The bag must not exceed dimensions of 45 x 33 x 20cm. You can also bring a small personal item like a handbag, book, backpack or coat.
Checked baggage on Liat Air
The free checked baggage allowance on all Liat Air flights is 1 piece weighing up to 23kg. This bag must not exceed maximum combined dimensions of 157cm (length + width + height). Infants travelling as part of an adult booking do not receive a free baggage allowance.
Amenities on Liat Air planes
Liat Air operates short-haul flights within the Caribbean. The airline does not provide entertainment systems or screens on board.
WiFi on Liat Air
Liat Air aircraft do not currently offer onboard WiFi.
Food and drink on Liat Air
Liat Air flights are short duration, so complimentary meal service is not included in the ticket price. Some flights offer the option to purchase snacks and drinks. Passengers can bring their own food on board if it complies with regulations.
On select routes, Liat Air passengers can buy hot drinks, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages from the in-flight menu.
Special services on Liat Air flights
Liat Air provides limited special services for passengers with specific needs.
Children travelling alone on Liat Air
Liat Air offers an unaccompanied minor service for children flying without an adult.
Travelling with pets on Liat Air
Liat Air transports pets and animals as checked luggage only. Contact the airline directly for information about required documents and clearances for animal transport.
Complete list of Liat Air destinations
Liat Air operates international flights across the Caribbean. The airline connects 11 countries including Antigua, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia, Saint Maarten, Saint Vincent and Trinidad and Tobago. Click below to see the complete list of Liat Air's destinations.
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Liat Air hub airport
V. C. Bird International Airport
V. C. Bird International Airport in Antigua serves as the main hub for Liat Air. The airport is located northeast of St. John's and is Antigua's only international airport.
V. C. Bird operates 24 hours a day and is served by more than 17 airlines including Air Canada Rouge, Caribbean Airlines and British Airways. This makes it easy to connect to Liat Air flights from major international routes.
Liat Air fleet
As of November 2025, Liat Air's fleet is comprised of 4 aircraft. This includes:
- 1 x ATR 42-600 (an ex-LIAT aircraft); 2 more to be delivered
- 3 x Embraer E145 - leased from Air Peace
- An order for an Embraer E195-E2 - leased from Air Peace
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