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José Martí International Airport to Havana — Transport Guide 2026

Havana José Martí (HAV) is 15 km southwest of Old Havana. Cuba has NO Uber/Bolt/ride-share apps. Official taxis (yellow) + private "clásico" pre-booked transfers are the only options. USD or EUR cash preferred over CUP.

HAV15 km to cityCUPLatin America
Pre-book a transferHavana hotels

Last updated: 2026-08

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Casa particular transfer (~$20-30)
Fastest
Yellow taxi (~25 min)

Every transport option compared

Yellow airport taxi (Cubataxi)

taxi · Best for: Direct + reliable
Cost
USD 25-35 fixed
Time
25-45 min
Frequency
On-demand
Fixed USD/EUR rate. Cuban peso payment gets a worse rate — use USD/EUR cash.

Casa particular arranged

private transfer · Best for: Casa particular guests (recommended)
Cost
USD 20-30
Time
25-45 min
Frequency
Pre-book
Most casa particulares arrange airport pickup — often cheaper than taxi + friendly welcome.

Classic car transfer

private transfer · Best for: Iconic first-Havana experience
Cost
USD 50-80
Time
25-45 min
Frequency
Pre-book
1950s American cars — Chevys, Fords, Buicks. Book through hotel or casa particular.

Scam warning

CUBA CASH RULES: US-issued Visa/Mastercard/Amex do NOT work in Cuba (US embargo). Bring USD or EUR cash. No ATM access for US cards. NO Uber/Bolt/ride-share apps operate in Cuba.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Havana (HAV)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is José Martí International Airport from Havana?
José Martí International Airport (HAV) is 15 km from Havana city centre.
What is the cheapest way from HAV to Havana?
Casa particular transfer (~$20-30)
What is the fastest way from HAV to Havana?
Yellow taxi (~25 min)