By plane

Visitors coming to Cuba will most likely get to the island by air. Scheduled flights arrive in Cuba from places all over the world. US travelers usually enter Cuba through Nassau, Toronto or Cancun instead of flying directly from the US, as such direct flights require previous permission of the US Treasury Department. Travel for US citizens to Cuba is restricted by the Department to a very restricted group of people, such as researchers and journalists. The national Cuban airline is Cubana de Aviación S.A., which services not only domestic air travel but also several international routes.

By ship

If not by air, another way of getting to Cuba is by sea, but given the US blockade, not many cruise ships head in Cuba’s direction. Privately owned boats and yachts, however, do call into Cuba’s many harbors and ports quite frequently.

By air: The national airline, Cubana, Lhasa very extensive network locally, that will get you to all of the island’s regional centers. These domestic flights are not too expensive. Charter flights are also a possibility – keep in mind that usually small propeller aircraft are used for these flights.

By bus: The company in Cuba providing the bus service is called Busse Viázul. The vehicles they use are very comfortable and feature air-conditioning. Fares are in dollars for all passengers. Camiones privados: meaning privately owned trucks in Spanish, they are very common means of transport for passengers, particularly in the eastern part of the island.

By train: Over the years, the train system in Cuba has notably slumped and deteriorated, making it the least favorable option of getting around Cuba. However, there are a few routes that have remained inexpensive and fairly well maintained between some of the most important cities, so it may be a good idea to enquire just in case.

Cuba has a very extensive road system so another very good option for getting around not only Havana, but Cuba as a whole, is renting a car. Many Cubans get around by hitchhiking and all government vehicles are required by law to pick up hitchhikers if they have room. Although renting a car is not one of the cheapest ways of getting around, it certainly gives you the freedom and comfort to thoroughly enjoy getting to know the island.