| Popular Airport | Abilene Regional Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 2 hour 30 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 1993 Km |
The central terminals of major transport vehicles in Havana city plan are very close to each other. We can sort these means of transportation as taxi, bus, and train. Although they are less preferred, car rental and transfer vehicles are among the transportation options you can prefer. If you are not traveling with a tour group, you can also prefer traveling through alternative routes to see the unique beauties of Havana instead of more frequently used streets by individual transportation options. If you have Peso with you, you can take a bus, or you can take a taxi if you don't have any.
You can trust all taxi drivers who have a special license in Havana. Taxis in the city serve in different colors. Those with black and yellow colors are known as tourist taxis. Also, taking the 1950s cabs called Almendron can provide you with an excellent experience. You can safely arrive at the airport after almost a 30-minute journey.
You can reach Jose Marti Airport after one-hour bus ride by taking a bus from the bus station or the bus stops in the city center. Please make sure you have enough Pesos to get on the buses that will take you to Terminal 1 of the airport. If you are going to make an international flight, you can transfer to the airport terminal 3 by the transfer buses provided free of charge.
The train station, which has train services headed to many parts of the city, is located in the heart of the city. Train line 2 in the city center provides transportation up to Bejucal. It takes about 30 or 40 minutes to travel between the central station and the station in the Terminal 1 building by train. You should keep in mind that the train departures vary between 15 and 20 minutes and there are no train services after a certain hour in the evening.
You can make an online reservation to take advantage of transfer vehicles, or you can make payment in cash or by credit card at the office of the car rental company. Traffic congestion stands out as a big problem because Havana has a dense population. For this reason, you are recommended to set off at least half an hour earlier considering the morning traffic.
You can enjoy making a private journey by renting a car of any brand and model by taking the advantage of car rental option. Many high-quality companies provide this service in Havana. Cubacar, Rex, Havanautos and Via Transgaviota are some of these companies. Please keep in mind that renting a car may be risky for you because the streets are very similar to each other. Keeping this in mind, taking a taxi may be a more practical option.
Jose Marti Airport consists of five terminal buildings. Terminal 1 is used for domestic flights; Terminal 2 is used for private flight services; Terminal 3 is used for international flights; Terminal 4 hosts flights to Caribbean flights; and Terminal 5 is used for cargo flights.
At Jose Marti Airport, a lot of high-quality services are provided ranging from bank ATMs to post offices, paid internet rooms to large waiting halls, and health, and pharmacy services to children's playgrounds. In addition, private showers and telephone services are also available at the airport for the passengers.
Cafés, bars and restaurants serving 24/7 are at your service with unique Havana delicacies. Besides, there are also stores selling the world-renowned Havana cigars for travelers who want to buy souvenirs.
Located within the Abilene city limits, the Regional Airport provides all the necessary needs for passengers. Within the airport there are insurance agencies, luggage transport groups, a lounge for VIP passengers, telephone and fax services, a restaurant, a shop, a hairdresser, car rental agencies, and a car park. You can get from the airport to the city center by taking the train, a taxi, using hotel shuttle services, or taking an airport buses. The short distance between the airport and the city center is one of the reasons for why passengers often prefer flying to Regional Airport.
The fact that the airport is so close to the city center makes car rental prices a little lower. If you want to start your journey from the airport, you reach the center by renting whichever model of car you want from the car rental agencies at the airport. You can reserve a car from the agencies directly, or ask for help from your hotel before you arrive.
You can quickly get from the airport to the city center by taxi. The number of people and luggage can affect the taxi fare. It's one of the main options preferred by frequent flyers and the price varies from $ 20 to $ 30.
The trains are a good option for those who want to reach the city center more economically. Trains are good option if you’re travelling on a budget and the price varies from $ 5 to $ 15 per person depending on additional luggage costs. It’s possible to get from the airport to the city center in 20-35 minutes.
You can reach the city center in about 40 minutes by taking the buses that you can find at the bus stops outside the airport terminal. You can get a bus ticket from the bus stops or make an online reservation beforehand and use this as your ticket. You should be sure to take a look at the bus route as you’re getting on to make sure that you are going in the direction that you want to. You can find information about bus departure times at the bus stops.
Many hotels offer airport shuttle services to the city center. To make use of this you should contact the hotel in advance and make a reservation. This option is ideal for people with excess luggage and crowded groups. It takes you directly from the airport to the hotel.
