Flights to Cuba are available from throughout Europe. It is worth shopping around as fares can vary. Cuba is the Caribbean’s largest island at 1200km long so it is important to get to the correct airport. Havana is the logical choice and you really should consider spending some time in this city at one end of your yacht charter or the other. Havana’s Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) is 18 km from the city itself and easily reached by taxi. When landing at Havana it is worth getting off the plane quickly as queues for immigration can be long.

If you are chartering a yacht on Cuba’s southern coast from Trinidad or Cienfuegos, you have a long taxi ride or drive (about 4 hours) from Havana. There are internal flights with the national carrier Cubana available but do not expect the latest in luxury air travel! You can also fly to Varadero’s international airport (VRA) to the east of Havana which serves this package holiday hotspot. Santiago de Cuba (SCU) International Airport serves the south eastern end of the island. Visas or Tourist Cards are compulsory for all visitors to Cuba so check with your local embassy for the latest requirements. There is a USD25.00 airport departure tax.