Cuba's second busiest airport serving Santiago de Cuba.
Opened
1922
Location
Santiago de Cuba, Cuba
Antonio Maceo International Airport is located approximately 8 kilometers south of Santiago de Cuba, Cuba's second-largest city. Named after Cuban independence hero Antonio Maceo, the airport serves as the primary gateway to the eastern region of the island.
The airport handles both domestic routes connecting Santiago to Havana and other Cuban cities, as well as international flights primarily from the Caribbean, Europe, and Canada. It plays a significant role in supporting tourism to the historically rich Santiago de Cuba region.
While smaller than Havana's José Martí International Airport, Antonio Maceo handles a notable share of Cuba's international air traffic and is considered the country's second most important airport in terms of passenger volume.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single terminal building handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Santiago de Cuba city center is available via taxi and shared shuttle services, with the journey taking approximately 20 minutes.
Airlines here
Airlines serving Antonio Maceo include Cubana de Aviación, as well as charter and scheduled carriers from Canada and Europe such as Air Canada and Condor.
Notable facts
- ›Named after General Antonio Maceo Grajales, a hero of Cuba's independence wars.
- ›Located about 8 km south of Santiago de Cuba city center.
- ›Serves as the main gateway to the culturally significant eastern Cuba region.
- ›The airport has a single runway designated 10/28.
- ›It is considered Cuba's second busiest international airport after Havana.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
