Travel

How do I get there?

Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport offers a number of flights from North and Central America directly to the island. United offers direct flights from Miami, Denver and Houston, Delta from Atlanta and American Airlines from Miami and Dallas. During high season Sun Country offers service from Minneapolis. In addition, during high season, both Sunwing and WestJet offer direct service from Toronto and Sunwing offers additional direct flights from Quebec City and Montreal. High season generally runs from November to April. Direct flights are also available to Guatemala City, Belize City and San Salvador, along with domestic flights to San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa. There are two ferry services. Dream Ferry offers service to La Ceiba and Utila and also offers a service to transport cars to and from the mainland. Galaxy Wave offers service to La Ceiba and Guanaja. Both services have ports in Brick Bay.

How do I get around?

The Island is easy to navigate by car, but we suggest you drive the roads in daylight before you drive them at night. The main road on the island is called Carretera Principal and runs from West End to Camp Bay on the east side of Roatan. Speed bumps are commonly used throughout the island to slow down traffic. The Carretera Principal does not have speed bumps, but potholes are common on the east side, so drive carefully. There are several rental car agencies on the island —The following international car rental companies do business on Roatan: Alamo, Avis, Econo Renta Car, Enterprise, National, Sixt, Thrifty and Toyota Rental Car. In addition, a number of local car rental companies exist, among the larger are Racing Car Rental +504 8817-2131 and RoaCar +504 9496-4181.

Drivers are required to have a valid driver’s license. There are also taxis and buses. You should always negotiate the price for a taxi before leaving for your destination. In addition, most resorts and some rental homeowners will arrange transportation to and from the airport.