# CAP — Cap Haitien International Airport

> Machine-readable reference for CAP. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/cap
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/cap
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/cap.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/CAP.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-17T09:12:29.651+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Cap Haitien International Airport
- IATA: CAP
- ICAO: MTCH
- City: Cap Haitien
- Country: HT (HT)
- Timezone: America/Port-au-Prince
- Distance from city: 3 km (1.9 mi) SW of Cap-Haïtien
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1

## Overview

Welcome Cap-Haïtien International Airport (CAP) is a unique travel waypoint, functioning more like a regional outpost than Haiti’s second international gateway. Located just 3 kilometers southwest of Cap-Haïtien, this airport is tightly connected with its nearby city, which influences how travelers talk about CAP—often mentioning nearby guesthouses and taxi negotiations more than what you find inside its single terminal. Despite its small size, this airport comes with manual processes that require a bit of patience but can offer a low-stress experience if you plan accordingly. At a glance With only one terminal, Cap-Haïtien International handles a modest spectrum of flights. Airlines like American Airlines and Sunrise Airways operate here, connecting travelers predominantly to regional destinations. The atmosphere is distinctly low-key, and you get from curb to gate in mere minutes—impressive when compared to many of its larger Caribbean counterparts. Terminals & layout The single terminal at CAP is compact, serving as the airstrip's heart where check-ins, immigration, and boarding occur. Everything is traditionally manual here, which means slower processes. It's advisable to arriv…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cap/terminals/main-terminal

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: The small landside area outside arrivals works as an efficient service hub, with easy access to taxis and shuttle pickups.
- _Time_: Arrive at least 2 hours before your flight for a hassle-free check-in, thanks to CAP's slow manual processes.
- _Quiet_: Off-peak travelers can often move from curb to gate in under 15 minutes, minimizing stress.
- _Money_: Have cash ready for taxis and fees; CAP operates largely on cash transactions.
- _Local_: Nearby hotels often serve as makeshift lounges, offering services like bag storage and shuttles.
- _Avoid_: Don't rely on airport Wi-Fi; pre-download what you need before arrival, as connectivity can be hit or miss.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/CAP.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/cap/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/cap/departures — HTML page with live departures