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Compare Prices from Major Cities to Aruba

Listed below is the average travel time and estimated cost from selected major cities in North America to Aruba. The costs are based on two (2) people travelling for six (6) nights in the month of July.
City Name Distance ( miles ) Avg Hotel + Meals Avg Travel Cost Travel Time ( hours ) Total Cost
Atlanta 1724 $2514 $862 4.9 $3376
Chicago 2288 $2514 $1144 5.8 $3658
Dallas 2195 $2514 $1098 5.7 $3612
Los Angeles 3365 $2514 $1683 7.6 $4197
New York 1965 $2514 $983 5.3 $3497
San Francisco 3652 $2514 $1826 8.1 $4340

Aruba Airport and Transportation Information

The Aruba Airport ( Reina Beatrix International Airport AUA ) is located a few miles south of the main city Oranjestad. Car rentals are available at the airport from the major rental agencies. Many major airlines have regularly scheduled flights to major US cities. Several European based airlines also have scheduled service.

Most of the major activities and attractions are located around the hotel zone. Renting a car may not be required based on where the traveler wished to go. Rental cars are usually are older and have high mileage. There is taxi service available at the airport and hotel zones that tourists should consider.

The bus system is adequate and travels to most destinations around the island. The price of bus services is very reasonable and can make for an interesting outing.

Tips and Travel Information

Tourists - Most tourists are from Venezuela and the southern parts of the US.

Language - The primary language for the people of Aruba is called Papiamento. This language is a mix of many languages including Dutch, English, Portuguese, Spanish and some African terms. Many of the inhabitants also speak good English to communicate with the tourists.

Drive on the right side of the road. There is no right turn on red as is allowed in some US states.

Money – The US dollar is accepted everywhere at a good rate. There is not need to convert money into the local currency.

Exit and Entry requirements – Passports are required for US and European visitors.

Safety – Aruba is a safe place to visit. Use normal caution and not take valuables or leave items unattended in your rental car.