Aruba from New York, 13 – 18 Nov: £1,220 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on JetBlue, 4h 43m
- £78 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
The catch: Heads-up for these dates: Short showers are more frequent but rarely last; still the island's driest climate in the Caribbean.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
A round trip from New York to Aruba is $371 per person ($742 for two) for 5 nights, Nov 13–18, 2026, nonstop on JetBlue. Highs usually run 85–86°F with lows near 80°F. The best-value hotel, Boutique Hotel Swiss Paradise Aruba Villas and Suites, is $876 for the whole stay.
The total, before you go
£1,220 for two · 5 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £559 |
| Boutique Hotel Swiss Paradise Aruba Villas and Suites, 5 nights, two guests, taxes in | £660 |
| The total, before you go | £1,220 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £136 |
£78 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £34 each way per bag on JetBlue, £136 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£280 per person, return
£559 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue · nonstop · 4h 43m
Out Fri, Nov 13, 9:42 AM – Fri, Nov 13, 3:25 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | £280 | nonstop | 4h 43m |
| American | £286 | 2 stops | 16h 15m |
| JetBlue | £280 | nonstop | 4h 45m |
Prices checked 14 Oct 2026, 05:57 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $371 per person round trip, $742 for two, this fare is $104 below the typical fare on this route. Our earlier checks put that typical fare at $475 per person, so this one is 22% lower, and it's the lowest we've seen on this route in 30 days. We checked 12 offers, and fares ran from $371 to $501, so the nonstop JetBlue flight is the low end. Mid-November is a good time to go. Highs usually run 85–86°F. Short showers come more often this time of year, but they rarely last, and Aruba still has the driest climate in the Caribbean, outside the hurricane belt. Add the best-value hotel and $1,300 for spending, and our rough budget for two comes to $2,918. All prices include taxes and fees as we found them, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is an easy-paced beach vacation: warm water, trade winds and sunsets, plus a few half-day trips into the desert or out to the reef. It suits couples best. It also works for friends who want beach days and a bit of nightlife on Palm Beach. With 5 nights, you have room for one or two adventures, like the Natural Pool or a shipwreck snorkel, and still plenty of time to do nothing.
Weather in Aruba, 13 – 18 Nov
Typical highs 85–86°F, lows near 80°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 Nov | 86 °F | 79 °F | Drizzle |
| Sat 14 Nov | 86 °F | 79 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun 15 Nov | 86 °F | 80 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon 16 Nov | 86 °F | 80 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue 17 Nov | 85 °F | 79 °F | Drizzle |
| Wed 18 Nov | 85 °F | 80 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Aruba
All three picks are on Eagle Beach, a wider, quieter beach with low-rise hotels and the famous fofoti trees. Boutique Hotel Swiss Paradise Aruba Villas and Suites is the best value at $876 for 5 nights ($175 a night) for a Loft Suite. It's rated 9.5 from 103 reviews, room only, with no free cancellation. Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort is the pick if you want breakfast included: $2,338 for the stay ($468 a night), rated 8.6 from 487 reviews, also with no free cancellation. Radisson Blu Aruba is $2,352 ($470 a night) for a One-Bedroom King Suite. It's rated 8.6 from 532 reviews and is the only one of the three with free cancellation. If you'd rather have big resorts, casinos and calmer water, look at Palm Beach.
Boutique Hotel Swiss Paradise Aruba Villas and Suites
£660 for 5 nights, two guests · £132 a night
See roomsCourtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort
£1,762 for 5 nights, two guests · £353 a night
See roomsRadisson Blu Aruba
£1,773 for 5 nights, two guests · £354 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Aruba for these dates
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Where in Aruba
- Palm Beach: The high-rise strip of big resorts, casinos and restaurants on the calmest stretch of water.
- Eagle Beach: Low-rise hotels and timeshares on a wider, quieter beach with the famous fofoti trees.
- Oranjestad: The pastel Dutch capital, with the cruise port, shopping and the Renaissance resort's flamingo island.
- Noord: Inland villas and apartments a short drive from Palm Beach at lower prices.
- San Nicolas and Savaneta: The quiet southern end, with Baby Beach, street art and local seafood.
What to do in Aruba
- Go off-road to the Natural Pool in Arikok National Park.
- Snorkel the Antilla shipwreck.
- Photograph the fofoti trees on Eagle Beach at sunrise, a short walk from all three hotels.
- Get a day pass to Flamingo Beach on Renaissance Island, off Oranjestad.
- Snorkel the shallow reef at Baby Beach in quiet San Nicolas.
- Take a sunset catamaran sail off Palm Beach.
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New York | John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), LaGuardia (LGA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Aruba | Aruba Queen Beatrix International (AUA) |
| Flight time | 4h 43m nonstop |
| Distance | 1,959 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 5 nights in Aruba costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £559 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (Boutique Hotel Swiss Paradise Aruba Villas and Suites) | £660 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | £980 |
| Total for two | £2,200 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: New York to Aruba
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £280 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £280 (14 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £358 |
| Price checks | 17 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from the United States need a valid passport for Aruba; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: Aruban florin (AWG).
- Short showers are more frequent but rarely last; still the island's driest climate in the Caribbean.
- You need a passport. The local currency is the Aruban florin (AWG).
- The nonstop flight takes 4h 43m and covers 1,959 miles. Aruba is 1 hour off New York time.
- November brings more short showers, but they rarely last.
- Prices include taxes and fees as we found them. Fares and room rates can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $371 per person round trip, or $742 for two, nonstop on JetBlue. That's $104 below the typical fare on this route, which is $475 per person in our earlier checks.
When does the flight leave?
The flight leaves Friday, Nov 13 at 9:42 AM and lands at 3:25 PM local time, after 4h 43m in the air. Another JetBlue nonstop leaves at 11:00 AM for the same $371 per person.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need a passport for Aruba. The local currency is the Aruban florin (AWG).
What is the weather like?
Highs usually run 85–86°F, with lows near 80°F. Expect some drizzle. Short showers are more frequent in November but rarely last.
Is 5 nights enough?
Yes, for a beach trip. You'll have time for an Arikok National Park trip, a snorkel and a sunset sail, plus some slow beach days. Our rough budget for two is $2,918, including the best-value hotel and $1,300 for spending.
Can I cancel the hotel?
Only Radisson Blu Aruba offers free cancellation, at $2,352 for the stay. Boutique Hotel Swiss Paradise Aruba Villas and Suites ($876) and Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort ($2,338) don't.
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