Port Au Prince travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Au Prince

With 1,23 million inhabitants, Port Au Prince is the most populous city in Haiti. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Port Au Prince has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Port Au Prince

When to visit Port Au Prince

Port Au Prince in March
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Au Prince in March
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Au Prince in June, when the average temperature is 86 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 73.4 °F, with an average temperature of 80.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 8.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Port Au Prince, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Port Au Prince

Plane

When flying to Port Au Prince, you’ll arrive at Port Au Prince Mais Gate (PAP), which is located 4 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Port Au Prince include Azul, JetBlue and Qatar Airways. The shortest flight to Port Au Prince from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h.

Plane

When flying to Port Au Prince, you’ll arrive at Port Au Prince Mais Gate (PAP), which is located 4 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Port Au Prince include Azul, JetBlue and Qatar Airways. The shortest flight to Port Au Prince from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h.

Airports near Port Au Prince

Airlines serving Port Au Prince

Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,592 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,788 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (268 reviews)
Azul
Excellent (463 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (25 reviews)
Bahamasair
Okay (36 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Good (11 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Port Au Prince

Most booked hotels in Port Au Prince

Marriott Port-au-Prince Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 101 reviews)
$144+
Hotel Villa Therese
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 96 reviews)
$153+
NH Haiti El Rancho
4 stars
Good (7.5, 242 reviews)
$151+
Hotel Royal Oasis
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1 review)
$161+
Ideal Villa Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.1, 129 reviews)
$79+
La Maison Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1 review)
$119+

Renting a car in Port Au Prince

Renting a car in Port Au Prince costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Port Au Prince Mais Gate.

Economy (Toyota Rush or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Au Prince, while also 1% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Port Au Prince costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Port Au Prince Mais Gate.

Economy (Toyota Rush or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Au Prince, while also 1% cheaper than other types, on average.