Overall1.4/10Among the 5% hardest cities to reach
Good to know
Good to Know
- Taxi drivers accept cash only and prefer local currency (ANG) over USD, though prices may be quoted in dollars.
- Public buses are extremely affordable but infrequent outside Willemstad, can be crowded, and have limited luggage space.
- Car rental is the most practical option for exploring the island at your own pace, as public bus service is sparse.
- Pre-booking airport transfers in advance is recommended for convenience and fixed pricing—many services include flight tracking.
- First 15 minutes of airport parking are complimentary; longer stays use on-site parking with approximately 300 spaces.
Airport
- Code
- CUR
- Name
- Curaçao International Airport (Hato International Airport)
- Airlines
- approximately 24-25 airlines including American Airlines, KLM, JetBlue, Delta, United, and regional carriers
- Daily Flights
- 70-80 flights daily
- Distance To City
- approximately 9 miles (14-15 km) from Willemstad
- Recommended Arrival
- 2-3 hours before departure for international flights
- Passport Control Time
- approximately 1 hour for international arrivals
Ground Transport
Taxi
- Travel Time
- approximately 20 minutes
- Cost To Willemstad
- ANG 63
- Notes
- Cash only, local currency preferred over USD. Drivers may not accept cards.
- Description
- Available 24/7 from airport to Willemstad
Car Rental
- Cost Per Day
- ANG 63
- Notes
- Starting at $36 USD per day for weekly rentals with unlimited mileage. Most convenient for independent island exploration.
- Description
- Multiple rental companies at airport (Budget, Dollar, Payless, Carwiz, XDrive, ACO Rent a Car, Green Motion, Prins Car Rental, Boric Car Rental)
Public Bus
- Cost
- ANG 2.50
- Travel Time
- approximately 40 minutes
- Notes
- Budget-friendly but crowded, limited luggage space. Route 2A/2B/2C to Punda takes longer (1+ hour). Limited change available.
- Description
- ABC bus (route 4B) from airport to Otrobanda bus station
Private Transfer
- Travel Time
- approximately 20-40 minutes door-to-door
- Notes
- Multiple companies available. Fixed prices, flight tracking, professional drivers. Can be pre-booked online.
- Description
- Pre-booked private shuttle or transfer service
Ferry Connections
- Status
- Limited inter-island ferry service available
- Destinations
- Connections to nearby ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire) have been available historically, though service is infrequent and subject to change
- Notes
- Ferry schedules and availability should be confirmed with local operators before planning. Domestic flight options exist as alternatives to ferry.
Regional Air Connectivity
- Destinations
- Over 36 airports globally served with direct flights. Domestic flights available to Aruba and Bonaire via regional carriers (Divi Divi Air, Winair, Z Air, Avianca)
- Notes
- Caribbean hub connecting to Central/South America, North America, and Europe
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