Travelling from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): what you need to know
Havana's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Bridgetown.
To ensure you get on your BGI to HAV flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BGI and HAV:
Miami International Airport
Piarco International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport flight is ج.م. 18,258. A return plane ticket is currently ج.م. 24,601. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BGI to HAV if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BGI to HAV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport.
Handy information about Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Grantley Adams International Airport, 76.82% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Grantley Adams International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Bridgetown. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BGI:
Arriving at Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Consider staying in a hotel near HAV if you're on a late Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
From Jose Marti International Airport, Havana is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Havana in April.
Book your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Jose Marti International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Havana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BGI to HAV in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Cuba
You've done Havana, now it's time to discover other parts of Cuba. Journey about 499 kilometres east to Camaguey to check off its must-visit sights. From Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced to Plaza del Carmen and Museo Casa Natal de Carlos J. Finlay, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Cuba, head for Santa Clara, roughly 257 kilometres east of Havana. Che Guevara Mausoleum, Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado and Parque Leoncio Vidal are among its highlights.
