# AUA — Queen Beatrix International Airport > Machine-readable reference for AUA. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/aua HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/aua Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/aua.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AUA.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-15T07:54:44.022+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Queen Beatrix International Airport - IATA: AUA - ICAO: TNCA - City: Oranjestad - Country: AW (AW) - Timezone: America/Aruba - Distance from city: 3 km (1.9 mi) from downtown Oranjestad - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 1 - Official website: https://www.airportaruba.com ## Overview Welcome At Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), stepping into the terminal essentially divides your journey into two distinct paths: a laid-back Caribbean gateway and an efficiently run, albeit intensive, U.S. preclearance hub. Located just 3 km from downtown Oranjestad, AUA facilitates an undeniably smooth arrival in the U.S. but can be unforgivingly rigorous on the outbound side, with a notable series of checks before boarding for the States. For aviation enthusiasts, Surfside Beach offers front-row seats to watch planes glide spectacularly close over the turquoise waters, making it a must-visit spot nearby. At a glance Distance to downtown Oranjestad: 3 km (1.9 mi) Terminals: 1 Passenger Airlines: American Airlines, Avianca, Delta Air Lines among main carriers Lounges: 3 (including the VIP Lounge) Annual Passenger Volume: Not specified, but customized infrastructures suggest high volumes with emphasis on U.S-bound traffic Direct Beach Viewing: Plane-spotters head to Surfside Beach Terminals & layout AUA operates through a single terminal designed to handle both regional Caribbean flights and robust U.S.-bound traffic. The terminal is known for its series of sequential chec… ## Terminals (1) - **1** — airlines: American Airlines, Avianca, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Surinam Airways, Spirit Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/terminals/1 ## Dining (21) - **Auntie Anne's** — 1 · Snack · Pretzels · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/auntie-anne-s-1 - **Budweiser Bar** — 1 · Bar · Beverages · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/budweiser-bar-1 - **Cafe Abraco** — 1 · Café · Sandwiches · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/cafe-abraco-1 - **Carvel Ice Cream** — 1 · Dessert · Ice Cream · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/carvel-ice-cream-1 - **Cinnabon** — 1 · Bakery · Cinnamon Rolls · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/cinnabon-1 - **Dunkin' Donuts** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/dunkin-donuts - **Freshii** — 1 · Healthy · Fast Food · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/freshii-1 - **Grab & Go** — 1 · Snack · Quick Bites · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/grab-go-1 - **Haya Sushi** — 1 · Japanese · Sushi · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/haya-sushi-1 - **Juan Valdez** — 1 · Café · Coffee · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/juan-valdez-1 - **La Parilla Bar & Grill** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/la-parilla-bar-grill - **Mello Bar** — 1 · Bar · Beverages · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/mello-bar-1 - **Nathan's Hot Dogs** — 1 · Fast Food · Hot Dogs · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/nathan-s-hot-dogs-1 - **One Happy Bar** — 1 · Bar · Cocktails · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/one-happy-bar-1 - **Panda Express** — 1 · Fast Food · Chinese · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/panda-express-1 - **Quiznos** — 1 · Sandwich · Fast Food · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/quiznos-1 - **Sbarro** — 1 · Italian · Pizza · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/sbarro-1 - **Segafredo** — 1 · Café · Coffee · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/segafredo-1 - **Surfside Beach Bar** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/surfside-beach-bar - **The Old Dutch Bar** — 1 · Bar · Beverages · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/the-old-dutch-bar-1 - **Wine Port** — 1 · Bar · Wine · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/restaurants/wine-port-1 ## Lounges (3) - **Aruba Airport VIP Arrival Services** — 1 · access: Meet-and-greet, fast track URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/lounges/aruba-airport-vip-arrival-services - **Aruba Airport VIP Departure Lounge** — 1 · access: Pay-in lounge · 10:00-17:00 daily (hours may vary with flight schedules) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/lounges/aruba-airport-vip-departure-lounge - **VIP Lounge** — 1 · access: Priority Pass, Day pass · 11:00-19:00 (hours may vary with flight schedules) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/lounges/vip-lounge-1 ## Shops (9) - **Aruba Aloe** — 1 · Beauty URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/aruba-aloe-1 - **Aruba Duty Free Stores** — 1 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/aruba-duty-free-stores-1 - **Colombian Emeralds International** — 1 · Jewelry URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/colombian-emeralds-international-1 - **Diamonds International** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/diamonds-international - **Duty Free Shoppers** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/duty-free-shoppers - **Gift Shops at Surfside** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/gift-shops-at-surfside - **Island Breeze** — 1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/island-breeze-1 - **Island Breeze Gift Shops** — 1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/island-breeze-gift-shops-1 - **Little Switzerland** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/shops/little-switzerland ## Parking (2) - **Aruba Airport Long-Term Parking** — Surface lot URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/parking/aruba-airport-long-term-parking - **Aruba Airport Short-Term Parking** — Surface lot URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/parking/aruba-airport-short-term-parking ## Ground transport (5) - **Arubus Line 8** — Public bus · 30-45 min from airport area to main hotel strip including walk and intermediate stops, in typical conditions · $2-3 per ride on Arubus (approx. local fare level reported by visitors) · About every 15-30 min in daytime on weekdays; less frequent in evenings and on Sundays/holidays on Line 8 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/transport/arubus-line-8 - **Car Rentals** — On-airport rental cars · 15-20 min drive from AUA to main resort areas once you have the car; add 10-30 min for paperwork and possible shuttle to off-airport lots · User reports suggest typical compact rentals often run on the order of $35-50 per day plus fees, but exact pricing varies widely by season and company · Rental counters and shuttles operate around scheduled flight times; no fixed interval, but cars must be reserved in advance in high season URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/transport/car-rentals - **Hotel Shuttles** — Hotel transfer · 40-60 min airport-to-Palm Beach/Eagle Beach reported by users including waiting and multiple stops · Often included in package holidays; when booked separately, commonly priced per person but exact typical range not consistently documented · Scheduled around charter/packaged flight arrivals and departures; no fixed turn-up-and-go frequency published URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/transport/hotel-shuttles - **Private Transfer Services** — Prebooked car/van · 15-20 min drive from AUA to main resort areas, plus a few minutes to meet the driver · User reports indicate around $60-70 round trip for two people with private operators, but exact fare structures vary by company · By reservation only; vehicles are dispatched around flight times rather than fixed frequency URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/transport/private-transfer-services - **Taxi Rank** — Taxi · 15-20 min from AUA to the main resort areas (Eagle/Palm Beach) in normal traffic · $21-22 from AUA to Palm Beach or Eagle Beach (fixed zone rate, excluding tip) · On demand while flights are arriving; taxis queue at the rank throughout the day and into late evening URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aua/transport/taxi-rank ## Insider tips - _Time_: Arrive at least 3 hours before U.S. departures to navigate multiple queues, particularly at U.S. preclearance. - _Avoid_: Food options post-U.S. preclearance are limited and pricey. Eat or snag snacks in the main departure area beforehand. - _Insider_: Surfside Beach offers the best plane-spotting views just beyond the runway, great for photos and a drink at the beach bar. - _Local_: Small souvenir stalls at lesser-used gates stock authentic Aruban crafts rather than generic beach gear. - _Money_: Check home prices on big-ticket items, as local duty-free primarily excels in deals on liquor and aloe products. - _Quiet_: For a tranquil pre-flight drink, head to small bars near non-U.S. departure gates for a calmer atmosphere. - _Wifi_: Plan to download media before reaching the gate as Wi-Fi can be unreliable, especially near peak hours. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/AUA.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/aua/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/aua/departures — HTML page with live departures