Reina Beatrix Airport (AUA) is conveniently located — Palm Beach hotels are 20 minutes away, Eagle Beach hotels 15 minutes. Here are all your transfer options and what they cost.
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Taxi
Taxis are fixed-rate, metered, and readily available outside arrivals. No need to negotiate. Approximate fares: Palm Beach hotels $25–30, Eagle Beach hotels $20–25, Oranjestad $15–20. Taxis take 4–5 passengers. Pay in USD. No app — just join the queue at the taxi stand outside the arrivals hall.
Private Transfer
Pre-book a private minivan for larger groups or if you want a guaranteed vehicle on arrival. $35–50 to Palm Beach. Worth it for groups of 5+ or if you’re arriving late at night. Book through Viator or your hotel concierge.
Rental Car
All major rental companies have desks in the arrivals hall (Hertz, Avis, Budget, Economy). Picking up on arrival means you have the car from day one. $45–80/day. You’ll need a 4×4 if you plan to visit the Natural Pool. See the full car rental guide. If a car feels too tame for the north coast, an Aruba UTV rental for four, eight or twenty-four hours covers the dirt tracks outside Arikok; UTVs are not allowed inside the park itself.
Hotel Shuttle
Some larger Palm Beach resorts (Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton) run free or low-cost shuttles from the airport. Check with your hotel at booking — it’s often the cheapest option for resort guests.
Practical Tips
Aruba’s airport has US pre-clearance for return flights to the US — you clear customs and immigration in Aruba before boarding, meaning you land as a domestic arrival in the US. Complete the ED Card online before arrival to speed through Aruban immigration.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is an airport transfer in Aruba?
Private transfers from Queen Beatrix start around $18. For three or more people that usually beats a metered taxi, and the price is fixed before you travel.
How long is the drive from the airport?
Roughly 15 to 25 minutes to the Palm Beach and Eagle Beach resorts, and under ten minutes to Oranjestad.
Should I pre-book or just take a taxi?
Pre-booking gets you a fixed price and a driver waiting in arrivals. Taxis are readily available too, but rates are set by zone rather than meter, so confirm the fare before setting off.
Do I need to rent a car?
Not for a beach-focused trip. For Arikok National Park, Baby Beach and the north coast a car helps, though most people cover those on an organised tour instead.
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