Surf spot

Airport left

Forecast conditions and map view for Airport left in St Barthelemy. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: St Barthelemy
Coordinates: 17.9071, -62.8395

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Airport Left, St Barthélemy

Airport Left is a well-known reef break on the northwest side of St. Barthélemy, right by Gustaf III Airport. It’s one of the island’s more accessible and recognizable waves, with the takeoff happening close to the runway, which gives the spot its name and unique atmosphere.

Wave type

Left-hand reef break
Breaks over a shallow reef
Can offer fast, punchy walls with sections for turns and the occasional barrel when conditions line up

Best conditions

Swell: Works best with solid north to northwest swell
Wind: Light offshore to side-offshore winds are ideal
Tide: Usually more consistent at mid to higher tides, since the reef is shallow
Size: Often best from chest-high to overhead, depending on your comfort and the reef setup

Character

More of a performance wave than a mellow cruiser
Can be powerful and shallow, so it’s better suited to confident surfers
The wave can be finicky, with the quality depending heavily on swell direction and tide

Hazards

Sharp reef
Very shallow sections
Local boat traffic and beachgoers
The takeoff zone is close to the airport area, so awareness of surroundings is useful

Vibe

Scenic and memorable, with turquoise water, reef lines, and the unusual backdrop of planes landing overhead
Usually less crowded than famous mainland spots, but it can draw attention when conditions are good