Air

The national airline is Aruba Airlines (www.arubaairlines.aw).

International Airports

Reina Beatrix (AUA) (www.airportaruba.com) is 3.5km/2.5 miles southeast of Oranjestad. Taxis are available. Regular buses run from just outside the airport. International and local car hire companies are based at the airport. Facilities: Duty‑free shops, souvenir shops, bank, restaurants and Internet access.

Departure Tax

US$30. Transit passengers in Aruba for less than 24 hours are exempt. Departure tax is normally included in the ticket price

Amsterdam to Oranjestad is 10 hours

New York to Oranjestad is 4 hours 30 minutes