It’s Going to Get Cheaper to Fly Around Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao
It’s one of the top destinations in the Caribbean for island-hopping: the ABC islands: Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao, all of which are within a quick, easy flight from one another on a number of intra-regional carriers.
And island-hopping in the ABC islands is about to get even easier.
The airports in Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao and St Maarten have agreed to reduce a common passenger fee for flights around the region.
The three airports have agreed to reduce Passenger Facility Charges to just $15 per passenger, meaning lower ticket prices across the region.
So when will the cheaper fares take effect on carriers like Divi Divi Air, Z-air and Winair?
It will be a phased timeline, starting with Curacao and Bonaire at the beginning of next year, and Aruba in February. St Maarten has not yet revealed its implementation date.
Officials say costs cut on the Aruba-Curacao route will mean the biggest impact.
“Airports are more than just gateways; they are vital connections that bring our islands closer together,” said a DCCA Chairman, Jonny Andersen, CEO of Curacao’s Airport. “By reducing the Passenger Facility Charge, we aim to make inter-island travel more affordable and accessible for everyone. This initiative not only strengthens ties between our islands but also supports regional tourism and economic growth.”
Caitlin Sullivan began her career with Caribbean Journal as Arts and Culture editor before shifting to travel full time. She writes frequently on the Caribbean cruise industry, flight networks and broader travel news. Her most frequent Caribbean destination? Nassau.
