Which airport should I fly into for Guanabacoa?

For long-haul and international flights, Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) is the main gateway near Guanabacoa. The closest airport, Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Guanabacoa?

The nearest is about 12 mi (19 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Guanabacoa?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Guanabacoa

The closest airports to Guanabacoa, CU: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Guanabacoa, CU is Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
HAV	Jose Marti International AirportHavana, Cuba	12 mi / 19 km	40 min	International
UPB	Playa Baracoa AirportHavana, Cuba	19 mi / 30 km	36 min	Regional
QSN	San Nicolas De Bari AirportSan Nicolas, Cuba	35 mi / 57 km	1 hr 4 min	Regional
VRA	Juan Gualberto Gomez International AirportVaradero, Cuba	55 mi / 89 km	1 hr 39 min	International
VRO	Kawama AirportMatanzas, Cuba	63 mi / 102 km	1 hr 54 min	Regional
QCO	Colon AirportColon, Cuba	92 mi / 148 km	2 hr 8 min	Regional
GER	Rafael Cabrera AirportNueva Gerona, Cuba	94 mi / 152 km	2 hr 12 min	Regional
QPD	Pinar Del Rio AirportPinar del Rio, Cuba	100 mi / 161 km	2 hr 20 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) is the most convenient at about 12 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Guanabacoa. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with HAV.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near HAV saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Guanabacoa is Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road.