Aruba from New York, Nov 28–Dec 5: $3,772 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- JetBlue nonstop, 4h 30m, leaving 6:00 AM, landing 11:30 AM
- $362 per person, $127 below the typical fare on this route
- Courtyard on Eagle Beach: 8.6 from 489 reviews, breakfast, free cancellation
The catch: A checked bag is about $180 for two and isn't in the total, and short showers are more frequent this time of year.
Worth it if you want a warm, easy beach week on one nonstop; skip it if you don't have a valid passport or can't do a 6:00 AM departure.
Worth it for the two of you: $3,772 for two, all in. That's the JetBlue flights at $724 plus 7 nights at Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort at $2,724 and its $324 resort fee, taxes and fees included. The trip runs Nov 28–Dec 5, 2026, the flight out is a 4h 30m nonstop, and a checked bag and spending money aren't in that number.
The total, before you go
$3,772 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $724 |
| Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $2,724 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $324 |
| The total, before you go | $3,772 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $180 |
$127 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $45 each way per bag on JetBlue, $180 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$362 per person, round trip
$724 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue · nonstop · 4h 30m
Out Sat, Nov 28, 6:00 AM – Sat, Nov 28, 11:30 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | $362 | nonstop | 4h 30m |
| JetBlue | $417 | 1 stop | 11h 59m |
| JetBlue | $362 | nonstop | 4h 41m |
Prices checked Oct 26, 2026, 4:01 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
When we checked, the fare was $362 per person, $127 below the typical fare on this route. That's a 26% gap, and the fare carries a Lowest in 30 days tag. Across the 12 offers we saw, fares ran from $362 to $487 per person. For late November into early December, typical highs are 85–87°F with lows near 79°F. Here's the honest season note: short showers are more frequent in these months, but they rarely last, and Aruba still has the driest climate in the Caribbean. It sits outside the hurricane belt, and the trade winds keep it breezy. A full week gives you beach days plus a day or two of exploring without rushing. Prices are all-in as found at the time shown and can change before you book, so check the live fare on the airline's site.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach week: warm water, trade winds and a cactus-dotted desert interior for when you want a break from the sand. It suits a couple who want an easy pace, with slow mornings on Eagle Beach, a snorkel or two and a sunset sail. The casinos and restaurants on Palm Beach are there if you want a night out, but quiet is the default.
Weather in Aruba, Nov 28–Dec 5
Typical highs 85–87°F, lows near 79°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 28 | 86 °F | 80 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 29 | 87 °F | 81 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon, Nov 30 | 86 °F | 80 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue, Dec 1 | 86 °F | 79 °F | Drizzle |
| Wed, Dec 2 | 85 °F | 79 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu, Dec 3 | 86 °F | 79 °F | Drizzle |
| Fri, Dec 4 | 85 °F | 78 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Dec 5 | 85 °F | 77 °F | Drizzle |
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. Palm Beach is the busier high-rise strip with casinos and restaurants. Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort is the best value: $2,724 for 7 nights ($389 a night), rated 8.6 from 489 reviews, breakfast included and free cancellation. Its $324 resort fee is already in our total. TRYP by Wyndham Aruba Adults Only Hotel is the budget pick at $2,730 ($390 a night) plus $284 paid at the property. It's also rated 8.6, from 283 reviews, room only, adults only, with free cancellation. JOIA Aruba by Iberostar is the top rated, at 9.1 from 239 reviews: a 5-star Suite Double Queen for $5,751 ($822 a night) plus $586 paid at the property, room only, with free cancellation.
Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort
$2,724 for 7 nights, two guests · $389 a night
See roomsJOIA Aruba by Iberostar
$5,751 for 7 nights, two guests · $822 a night
See roomsTRYP by Wyndham Aruba Adults Only Hotel
$2,730 for 7 nights, two guests · $390 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
- Off-road to the Natural Pool in Arikok National Park for a day in the desert interior
- Snorkel the Antilla shipwreck
- Photograph the fofoti trees on Eagle Beach at sunrise, in the same area as your hotel
- Take a sunset catamaran sail off Palm Beach
- Snorkel the shallow reef at Baby Beach, then try local seafood in San Nicolas and Savaneta
- Get a day pass to Flamingo Beach on Renaissance Island, near Oranjestad
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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 30m nonstop |
| Distance | 1,959 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 7 nights in Aruba costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $724 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort) | $2,724 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $5,268 |
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 | $362 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $362 (Oct 26, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $489 |
| Price checks | 51 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travelers 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 for Aruba.
- The local currency is the Aruban florin (AWG).
- Aruba is 1 hour ahead of New York on these dates.
- The flight covers 1,959 miles in 4h 30m and lands at Aruba Queen Beatrix International (AUA).
- All three hotels offer free cancellation; a checked bag, about $180 for two, isn't in the total.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for a couple who want a beach week. The flight is a 4h 30m JetBlue nonstop, the fare is $127 per person below the typical fare on this route, and the Courtyard is rated 8.6 with breakfast and free cancellation.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$3,772 for two, all in: $724 for the flights plus $2,724 for 7 nights at Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort and its $324 resort fee, taxes and fees included. A checked bag, about $180 for two, and spending money are extra.
Do I need a passport?
Yes. Aruba requires a passport, so check that yours is valid before you book.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 85–87°F, with lows between 77°F and 81°F over the trip. The normals show drizzle on most days, and short showers are more frequent in these months, but they rarely last.
Is 7 nights enough?
For most people, yes. Seven nights covers several beach days, a trip to the Natural Pool in Arikok National Park, a snorkel at the Antilla shipwreck and a sunset sail off Palm Beach, with room left to do nothing.
When does the flight leave?
The JetBlue nonstop leaves New York at 6:00 AM on Saturday, Nov 28 and lands at 11:30 AM, so you'll have most of your first afternoon in Aruba.
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