Jardines del Rey Airport serves the eponymous archipelago of small islands on Cuba's northern coast, famous for pristine beaches and connected to the mainland by a long pedraplén (raised causeway over the sea).
It is a seasonal tourist gateway, almost entirely oriented to the archipelago's all-inclusive resorts.
How to get to Jardines Del Rey Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to CCC
Parking near Jardines Del Rey Airport
Not far from the terminal is a parking area of modest size.
There is no security staff, and prices are still reasonable.
How to get to Cayo Coco from CCC
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By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Jardines Del Rey Airport
Some state car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, though availability is often limited.
To rent a car you need a driver's license, passport, credit card, and generally also an International Driving Permit.
Hotels near Jardines Del Rey Airport
Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo concentrate numerous all-inclusive resorts, often built directly on the beach.
Resorts in the archipelago (roughly 100-280 USD/night, almost always all-inclusive) offer unspoiled beaches and a protected natural environment; the area is generally very safe and isolated from the rest of Cuba, designed specifically for international tourism.
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is sized appropriately for seasonal tourist traffic, with a peak during winter months (high season for North American and European tourists). From check-in to gate, you typically walk about 10 minutes.
It's wise to factor in longer-than-usual customs checks and plan to arrive 3 hours early for international flights.
Map of Jardines Del Rey Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Cayo Coco connected to the mainland?
Yes, via a long pedraplén, a raised road over the sea that crosses the lagoon: a striking journey as well as a practical one.
Q. Are Cayo Coco resorts suitable for those wanting to explore Cuba beyond the beach?
Less so than elsewhere: the archipelago is designed specifically for resort tourism, isolated from the rest of the country. Those looking for a more authentically Cuban experience should consider Havana or Santiago de Cuba.
Q. When is high season in Cayo Coco?
The winter months (December-March), when North American and European tourists seeking warm weather flock there most.
Q. Do you need a rental car in Cayo Coco?
Generally not, if you stay at the resort: car availability on the island is limited anyway, so book well in advance if you need one.
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