Layover in Kralendijk (BON)
Flamingo International Airport (BON). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Kralendijk
Bonaire is a Caribbean island just north of Venezuela, politically part of the Netherlands. Along with its neighboring Dutch islands of Aruba and Curaçao, it forms the ABC Islands, though it is much quieter. It is a mostly flat, riverless coral island renowned for diving, windsurfing, and bird watching. Lacking many sandy beaches – it instead has lush coral reefs – it is less visited by cruise ships. Bonaire has world-class shore diving, much of it easy, and is thus well-suited for beginners, or for experienced divers who want relaxing independent diving.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | About 1h 51m in the city | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 51m in the city | About 2h 16m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 51m in the city | About 4h 16m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 51m in the city | About 8h 16m in the city |
Getting into Kralendijk
About 17m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 2 km (1 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Kralendijk?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 4 hours or more to get into Kralendijk and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from BON to central Kralendijk?
Allow about 17m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 2 km (1 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to BON?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.