Taxi Transfers To and From Queen Beatrix Airport

Upon arrival at Queen Beatrix International Airport, make sure not to leave your personal belongings at the facility.

Transport options available at the airport include rental cars, hotel shuttle services, buses, and taxis.

The distance from the airport to Oranjestad is around 4 kilometers.

The travel time by taxi is around 10 minutes for less than the US $30.00 depending on your final destination.

The official currency of Aruba is the Aruban Guilder (AWG) or Aruban Florin (AFL), fixed to the US dollar at approximately 1.80 AWG to 1.00 US dollar.

US dollars are accepted throughout the Island.

All figures quoted on this page refer to the US dollar (US $) unless otherwise specified.

Taxis at Queen Beatrix International Airport

The best way to travel from Queen Beatrix International Airport to downtown Oranjestad is to get a taxi from the airport terminal grounds.

Taxis in Aruba are government-regulated, therefore, rideshare companies have not been able to establish.

They can be found outside the Arrivals Hall. There are fixed rates for several destinations. Prices are clearly indicated on signs.

Rates in Aruba taxis are fixed.

However, if the driver did a great job and handled your luggage carefully, you might feel like tipping. The Aruban taxi driver will certainly appreciate it.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and driver's name when traveling to and from the airport, just in case you leave something behind.

Hotel Shuttles at Queen Beatrix International Airport

Many hotels here have shuttle services though some might require prior reservations. Please confirm if this service is available at your accommodation.

Passenger pick-up and drop off passengers in front of the terminal grounds of the airport.

Fares may vary for this service. Please call the hotel front desk for further information.

Generally, transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you want comfort after your flight to Aruba.

There is no rule in Aruba that you must leave a tip for taxi drivers, but that will be very appreciated if you want to round up the fare, or you want to show appreciation to your driver.

Ride Shares at Queen Beatrix International Airport

As of this update, Ridesharing services are not available at the airport.