Point-a-Pitre Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Pointe-a-Pitre Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Overnight, the airport is quiet, empty, well lit, clean and safe. I’m a woman travelling alone and I felt totally fine. (I chose to sleep on the middle level near the children’s play zone.) – a traveller

PTP Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Pointe-a-Pitre International Airport.

What to Expect

Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (code: PTP) consists of two small terminals (T1-Main and the newer T2-Regional) with a dozen or so shops and eateries located primarily in T1. WiFi is available, but power outlets are reportedly hard to find. The air-conditioning keeps the terminal chilly, so have a sweater or travel blanket handy to stay warm! Additional comfort can be found through fee-based access to the airport’s first-class lounge.

Sleeping in Pointe-a-Pitre Airport

We don’t have many sleep-related reviews for this airport, but a very helpful reader sent us this:

“Comfort level is ok – you’ll be sleeping on metal bench seats with arched dividers between every other seat. Late night, the climate inside, ironically, gets both a bit chilly (from the AC) and more humid. I didn’t have a sleeping bag, but switching out of my shorts and into a light sweater and pants kept me warm enough. Used a towel as my pillow. ”

For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See our Airport Hotels section below for locations.

Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Pointe-a-Pitre Airport Guide.

Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels on airport grounds. The nearest accommodations are in Pointe-à-Pitre and the surrounding area.

Browse the complete list of hotels in Pointe-a-Pitre on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Bessie Coleman VIP Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, International Boarding Hall, 1st Floor, next to Gate 6. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Airline Lounges

If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. For more information, check the airline’s website.

Air France Lounge – Location: Main Terminal, Airside • Corsair Grand Large Lounge – Location: Main Terminal, Airside.

Food & Drinks

Food concessions operate on varying schedules, with at least one opening around 6:00 AM. There are no 24-hour dining options. Vending machines are available.

Pro-Tip: A reader tells us: “The shops in the airport close at 8 pm. The departures level reopens around 5 am and the café there opens around 6 am. About a 5€ cab ride away is an indoor shopping mall with a huge grocery store, clothing stores and several fast food “restaurants.”

Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

A reader reports that luggage storage is no longer available. (September 2019)

Mobile Charging

Power outlets are reported near one end of the departure gates. Additional outlets have been noted in restrooms.

Showers

Showers are available in the Bessie Coleman VIP Lounge. A key is available upon request. See Airport Lounges.

WiFi / Internet

WiFi is available at Pointe-a-Pitre Airport. Connect to the “ORANGE AIRPORT”.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply; check with your bank regarding charges and withdrawal limits for international use.
Currency Exchange – Karukera Change offers currency exchange services.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a small selection of shops are available. Retail options are limited and mainly convenience-style.
Games – Video games and simulators are available in the departures area and on Level 1.
Information Desk – An information desk is available for assistance.
Luggage Wrapping – Bag wrapping services are available. Rates and hours are unknown.
Medical Services – A medical centre provides urgent and emergency care.
Pharmacy – A pharmacy is available next to the medical centre.
Post Office – A post office is available on weekdays; closed on weekends.

Airlines

Pointe-a-Pitre Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Antilles • Air Canada • Air Caraïbes • Air France • American Eagle • Corsair International • Cubana Airlines • Level • LIAT • Servicios Aéreos Profesionales • Winair.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

PTP airport is connected to the public bus system via Bus Route No. AE1 and AE3. Buses run from approximately 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM with reduced weekend hours. The journey to the city center takes approximately 30 minutes and makes many stops along the way. At the time of this update, a one-way ticket costs 1,20€. For more information, visit the Karulis website.

Car Rentals

These car rental agencies offer service onsite in an annex building: ADA • Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Flizzr • Interrent • Jumbo Car • Rent-A-Car • Sixt • Thrifty.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area 24 hours a day.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-24

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.

Pointe-a-Pitre Airport Guide