Vacation your way. Located 26 miles off the Massachusetts coast, 14-mile-long Nantucket Island is brimming with boundless beaches, whaling and some of the best seafood in New England. This charming coastal community delights residents and visitors alike with its picturesque harbors, varied cultural events and eclectic foodie scene.

Get to your happy place faster. Traveling to Nantucket is easy with a flight from Cape Air. 

Nantucket Memorial Airport, located at 14 Airport Road, is located just 3 short miles from the center of town. Cape Air offers daily flights to Nantucket from our hub in Boston and seasonal service from New York’s JFK or Westchester County. Not a city dweller? Island hop with a quick Cape Air flight from Martha’s Vineyard, Hyannis or New Bedford, MA.

Tips for planning your Nantucket vacation:

• Beaches, beaches and more beaches – each a little different than the next. From family-friendly Surfside and the surfer’s paradise Cisco, to the gorgeous sunsets of Madaket, there is a Nantucket beach for everyone!
• 14 miles of coastal terrain with minimal hills, means biking is a must on Nantucket! There are twelve designated bike trails and over 32 miles of paths throughout the island.
• Don’t forget to pack your hiking boots! Forty-six percent of Nantucket is held in conservation trust. There are thousands of walkable acres and trails throughout the island, including through town, by cranberry bogs, hardwood forests and more.
• A boater’s paradise. Nantucket maintains its rich maritime history by offering a variety of boating and sailing charters and excursions, including cocktail and ice cream cruises. If you have your own boat, Nantucket Marina is conveniently located just steps from downtown.
• Partake in a whale or seal watching tour. Take your adventures off shore via a cruise, with guaranteed marine life sightings from mid-May through mid-October. You’ll sight humpback, finback and minke whales, as well as grey seals in their natural habitat.
• Immerse yourself in Nantucket culture. From some of the best downtown shopping to the Nantucket Whaling Museum, run by the Nantucket Historical Association, get a true taste of island flavor at your leisure.

When to visit Nantucket:

The summer season is busy and vibrant, but fall on Nantucket is an amazing time to visit as well. With dwindling crowds and cooler weather, the shoulder season provides more privacy for you to explore the island. Our recommendation? Plan your trip to Nantucket with Cape Air mid-April through mid-October.

Book your next flight to Nantucket with Cape Air and bring along a free carry-out bag!