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Transport · Aruba
Land at Queen Beatrix Airport, clear immigration, and your driver is waiting with your name on a sign. The simplest start to any Aruba trip.
Queen Beatrix International Airport is in Oranjestad — about 15 to 25 minutes by car to the main tourist areas of Palm Beach and Eagle Beach. Transport options range from pre-booked private transfers to taxis at the rank outside arrivals to the public bus. Pre-booking removes all arrival stress, especially with luggage after a long flight.
A pre-booked private transfer is the stress-free option. Your driver waits in arrivals with your name, takes your luggage, and drops you directly at your hotel. Takes 15 to 25 minutes to Palm Beach. Prices typically run $25 to $40 for up to 3 passengers. Worth every dollar on arrival day.
Airport taxis — available at the rank immediately outside arrivals. Fixed rate to most hotel zones. No need to pre-book but rates are slightly higher than pre-booked transfers.
Shared shuttle — lower cost, shared with other passengers, more stops. Takes longer but significantly cheaper for budget travellers.
Car rental — Avis, Dollar, Budget and local companies all have desks at the airport. Good option if you plan to rent anyway, though navigating on your first arrival day with luggage can be stressful.
US Pre-Clearance: Aruba has US Customs and Border Protection pre-clearance for US-bound flights — you clear US immigration before departure, landing in the US as a domestic arrival.
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Pre-booked transfers are the stress-free way to start your Aruba holiday. Free cancellation via Viator.