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Santa Clara Airport Guide

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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Santa Clara 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.

The lounge was clean, the beches were excellent for laying on. Washroom facilities, good and clean. – TattyOne

SNU Airport Overview

Santa Clara Airport (code: SNU) is a small, outdated airport that handles regional and international flights. Most amenities, including shops and a snack bar, are located airside. Landside, a refreshment vendor, is located just outside the terminal. WiFi may be accessible by purchasing access codes, which is common practice across the island. Economy class passengers can pay to enter an airport lounge. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for location and access information.

Sleeping in Santa Clara Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, a hotel is nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info, or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels at Santa Clara Airport. A few small hotels are located along the road into the city (approx. 20-minute drive).

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 paying at the door:

  • VIP Lounge – Location: airside. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door (20 CUC per adult).

Food & Drinks

Airside – Snack bar.
Landside – A refreshment vendor is located outside the terminal.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

WiFi is available for a fee. Access is typically provided via ETECSA login cards used throughout Cuba. (Reader update)

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 located in the Main Hall, on the 2nd Floor.
  • Children’s Area – Not available at the airport.
  • Currency Exchange – Foreign currency exchange services are available Landside and Airside.
  • Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and souvenir shops are available Airside. No shops Landside.
  • Information Desk – Located in the main hall.
  • Medical Services – Available 24 hours in the international area.
  • Smoking Lounge – Designated smoking area available Airside.
Airlines
Santa Clara Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Canada • Air Transat • Bahamasair • Blue Panorama • Copa Airlines • Cubana de Aviación • Interjet • JetBlue • Sun Country Airlines • Sunwing Airlines • Swift Air • Westjet.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are available onsite: Cubacar • Rex Rent-a-Car • Havanautos • Via Rent-a-Car Transgaviota.

Hotel Shuttles

At the time of this update, we could not find any hotels offering an airport shuttle. See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are available outside the arrivals area of the terminal. As of this update, a one-way ride to the Cayo Santa Maria/Ensenachos/Las Brujas hotel areas costs approximately 60 USD. Always agree to the fare first.

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: 2026-03-25

This guide is for planning purposes only. Details, including rates and hours, may change without notice. Information comes from airports and service providers, their websites, and traveller submissions. We do not represent these providers. To share corrections or updates: write a review or update the airport guide.

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