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Airports Near Havana

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

The nearest airport to Havana, CU is Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
HAVJose Marti International AirportHavana, Cuba10 mi / 16 km34 minInternational
UPBPlaya Baracoa AirportHavana, Cuba14 mi / 23 km28 minRegional
QSNSan Nicolas De Bari AirportSan Nicolas, Cuba39 mi / 63 km1 hr 10 minRegional
VRAJuan Gualberto Gomez International AirportVaradero, Cuba61 mi / 98 km1 hr 49 minInternational
VROKawama AirportMatanzas, Cuba69 mi / 111 km2 hr 4 minRegional
GERRafael Cabrera AirportNueva Gerona, Cuba93 mi / 150 km2 hr 10 minRegional
QPDPinar Del Rio AirportPinar del Rio, Cuba96 mi / 155 km2 hr 14 minRegional
LCLLa Coloma AirportPinar del Rio, Cuba98 mi / 157 km2 hr 16 minRegional

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 10 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 Havana. 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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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 Havana is Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road.

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