Aruba, Aruba: trips from $646
Aruba sits outside the hurricane belt with trade winds, cactus-dotted desert and year-round dry weather, which is why it has the most repeat visitors of any Caribbean island.
Trips to Aruba from every city
Cheapest first, per person, round trip, taxes and fees included.
$1,354 $646 per person, round trip, taxes and fees included You save $708 (52%)
the highest fare we saw for these dates
Lowest fares to Aruba by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $384 | 3 |
| New York | $451 | 7 |
| Fort Lauderdale | $462 | 5 |
| Detroit | $464 | 1 |
| Philadelphia | $464 | 2 |
| Miami | $470 | 11 |
| Louisville | $480 | 5 |
| Atlanta | $486 | 2 |
| Washington, DC | $489 | 6 |
| Tampa | $491 | 5 |
| Raleigh-Durham | $501 | 2 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth | $508 | 3 |
| Houston | $520 | 2 |
| Minneapolis | $522 | 3 |
| Cleveland | $528 | 1 |
| Boston | $542 | 1 |
| Syracuse | $543 | 2 |
| Baltimore | $544 | 1 |
| Austin | $552 | 2 |
| Denver | $561 | 1 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | best |
| August | best |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- January, February: Aruba Carnival parades run from early January to the Grand Parade before Lent.
- October, November, December: Short showers are more frequent but rarely last; still the island's driest climate in the Caribbean.
Where to stay 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
- Snorkel the Antilla shipwreck
- Photograph the fofoti trees on Eagle Beach at sunrise
- Day pass to Flamingo Beach on Renaissance Island
- Snorkel the shallow reef at Baby Beach
- Sunset catamaran sail off Palm Beach
Good to know
| Airports | Aruba Queen Beatrix International (AUA) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/Aruba |
| Kind of trip | beach, island, family, nightlife, adventure |
Aruba in pictures
Questions about Aruba
When is the best time to visit Aruba?
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.
Do US citizens need a passport for Aruba?
Yes. Aruba is in Aruba; bring a valid passport.
What is the cheapest flight to Aruba right now?
Aruba from Albuquerque, Nov 14–21, 2026, from $646 per person round trip, is the cheapest trip we have published; the full list is on this page.
How expensive is Aruba on the ground?
Aruba is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.