✈ How to get from Dominica Airport to Roseau

Dominica is known as the Nature Island of the Caribbean and it’s the perfect vacation destination for travellers who enjoy outdoor activities. Roseau, which is the island’s capital, offers the most accommodation options so you will likely need to make transportation arrangements to get from Dominica Airport to Roseau directly.

Public transport isn’t an option to get from Dominica Airport to Roseau; there are no trains available on the island and bus routes mostly serve locals for their daily transportation. If renting a car sounds like too much trouble and your hotel doesn’t offer airport pickup, taking an airport taxi from Dominica Airport to Roseau is the only available option to reach your accommodation. After landing at Dominica Airport, you can head for the taxi rank and take a taxi from the line or you can plan ahead and pre-book a private transfer online. It’s a 65-minute trip from Dominica Airport to Roseau and the average fare is €32.50 (XCD 91) per person or €130 (XCD 371) for up to 4 passengers; it’s slightly pricey but a convenient option to enjoy peace of mind and reach your accommodation directly.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€65	65min	24/7

How to get from Dominica Airport to Roseau by taxi

Taking an airport taxi to get from Dominica Airport to Roseau is a great option to reach your accommodation. You can take an airport taxi from the rank 24/7 or pre-book your ride online and have a driver waiting for you as soon as you land. The ride from Dominica Airport to Roseau takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes.

What's the cost of a taxi from Douglas Charles Αirport to Roseau?

Dominica taxis operate with fixed fares that are set by the local authorities for most routes around the island. The cost depends on various factors, like the number of passengers, and a taxi from Dominica Airport to Roseau costs on average €32.50 (XCD 91) per passenger, bringing the total to €130 (XCD 371) for a group of 4 travellers. Make sure to ask the driver how much the total fare will be before you start the ride or pre-book your ride to ensure a fixed fare that you’ll know in advance.

Cost

€32.50

Trip Duration

1 Hr. 5 Min.

The cost may vary unless the taxi is booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available at Dominica International Airport 24/7 for on-demand service.

Where can I find a taxi at Dominica Airport?

Taxis are available for on-demand service 24/7 at Dominica Airport. After you exit the Arrivals Hall, follow the signs to the taxi rank, which is located in front of the main terminal building.

Convenience

Since public transport isn’t available from the airport, taking a taxi from Douglas Charles Αirport to Roseau is the only option to reach your accommodation directly and comfortably. Renting a car may be a slightly cheaper alternative but driving after a long flight and following a route you’ve never taken before can be stressful and tiring, especially if your flight arrives at night. Taking an airport taxi will help you avoid all the last-minute paperwork and ensure peace of mind while you relax.

Editor’s Note

The cost of a taxi from Dominica Airport to Roseau depends on the number of passengers so for larger groups the ride will cost more. If you're a solo traveller, it will be cheaper but the driver may want to take as many passengers as possible so you may have to share the taxi.

Useful Tips

In Dominica it's common to share the taxi with other passengers heading in the same direction as you; there’s no reason to be alarmed.

Dominica taxis operate with fixed fares; make sure to double-check with your driver what the estimated cost is for your journey.

Tipping your taxi driver isn’t mandatory or expected in Dominica but it's welcomed if you want to do so.

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How can I get from Dominica Airport to Roseau?

If you don’t want to rent a car, the best way to get from Dominica Airport to Roseau is by taking an airport taxi or pre-booking a private transfer online. The cost of a standard taxi for up to 4 passengers is €130 (XCD 371) and the ride takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. Public transport in Dominica is limited only to buses but there is no bus from the airport to Roseau.

How far is Roseau from Dominica Airport?

The distance from Douglas Charles Αirport to Roseau is approximately 47 km southwest. Driving there takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Dominica Airport to Roseau?

Local authorities in Dominica have set fixed taxi fares for certain routes around the island. However, various factors can affect the final cost, such as the number of passengers and distance. A standard taxi from DOM Airport in Dominica to Roseau costs around €32.50 (XCD 91) for solo adventurers, or about €130 (XCD 371) for a group of 4 travellers.

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