Curaçao International Airport, also known as Hato International Airport, is the only airport serving the island of Curacao in the southern Caribbean Sea. It’s located on the north coast of the island, approximately 12 km from the capital, Willemstad. Although it’s a mid-sized airport, Curacao main airport is an important facility, equipped with the second-longest runway in the Caribbean.
Curacao Airport serves over 2 million passengers annually, with connections to North, Central, and South America, Europe, and the Caribbean. Major airlines, like American Airlines, Delta, LATAM, KLM, and TUI, operate scheduled year-round service and seasonal flights.
Curacao Airport Services
ASSISTANCE
Curacao Airport offers assistance services to wheelchair users, disabled passengers, and anyone who needs assistance to go through the airport procedures, such as transfer and transit passengers.
Travelers who require a wheelchair are advised to make a request through their airline to ensure availability on the day of their travel.
VIP LOUNGE
FREE WIFI
Curacao Airport Parking
There is only one parking lot at Curacao Airport, located on Level 0. It stretches across the passenger terminal with 300 open-air spaces for short-term and long-term use.
Open-air parking
Multiple entries and exits across the terminal.
Rates:
- Up to 15 minutes – Free
- 15-30 min – $2 (XCG 4)
- 30-60 min – additional $0.50 (XCG 1)
- Daily rate – $10.50 (XCG 21.50)
Payment options:
- Cash in XCG (coins or bills)
- Cash in USD (bills)
- Debit/credit card (swipe or tap)
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Curacao International Airport handles all departing and arriving flights from one main passenger terminal built on 2 levels. With 21 gateways and one of the longest runways (11/29) in the Caribbean, the airport can accommodate the industry’s largest commercial aircrafts. The terminal is open 24/7, but it’s operational according to the flight schedule. Although it’s not a very large terminal, it’s fully equipped with all the necessary facilities to ensure a smooth experience for arriving and departing passengers.
Terminal 1
Transportation options from and to Curacao Airport
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By Bus
Bus line 4B, operated by ABC, will take you to the Otrobanda bus station in Willemstad in about 40 minutes.
*Departure every 60 minutes.
By Taxi
Taxis are available at Curacao Airport whenever there is a flight arrival. The trip to Willemstad takes around 20 minutes.
For personalized and reliable service, you can pre-book your Curacao Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Head to a car hire desk in the arrivals area to reach your destination directly and ensure flexibility during your trip.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Curacao Airport
BUSES
The bus is the only public transport option available on the island. Although only one route departs from Curacao Airport, you can disembark at Otrobanda bus station in Willemstad and catch another bus. There are many public bus routes operated by ABC, connecting the capital to the rest of the island, including the most popular beaches, like Mambo Beach, Lagun, and Playa Kenepa.
TAXIS AND PRIVATE TRANSFERS
CAR RENTALS
Curacao Airport Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
- Passenger terminal: open 24/7
- Operational hours: 06:00 – 22:00
- Food and drink (landside): 08:00 – 20:00
- Food and drink (airside): 05:30 – last departing flight
- Shops: 07:00 – last departing flight (hours may vary)
Recommended Arrival Times
- International flights: 2.5 hours
- Domestic flights: 2 hours
Airport Codes
- IATA Curacao Airport Code: CUR
- ICAO Curacao Airport Code: TNCC
Contact Information
Curacao Airport
- Phone: +5999 839 1000 daily from 06:00 – 22:00
- Email: [email protected]
Border Control – Immigration Office
- Phone: +5999 839 1350 / 1351
- Email: [email protected]
Customs
- Phone: +5999 839 1378
- Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Curacao Airport?
Curacao International Airport is located on the north coast of the island, approximately 12 km from the capital, Willemstad.