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Las Tunas

Las Tunas

city · Cuba

Photo: Christian Pirkl

Current situation

Las Tunas is kept here for reference only. The information below is the most recent available record and predates the situation described above; figures such as population reflect the last data gathered before the current crisis and may no longer describe Las Tunas today.

Overview

Las Tunas is a working city in Cuba's eastern region, serving as the capital of Las Tunas Province. The city occupies 891 square kilometres and sits at the intersection of routes connecting several important Cuban destinations.

Key facts

CountryCuba
Population203,684
TimezoneAmerica/Havana
Nearest airportHermanos Ameijeiras Airport (VTU), 3 km
CurrencyCUP

Practical Information

Las Tunas operates on Cuba's timezone (America/Havana).

Spanish is the language spoken throughout Las Tunas.

Accommodation and dining options exist but are more limited than in larger Cuban cities.

Nearby places

Journeys through here

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Common questions

Which airport should I use to reach Las Tunas?
Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport is the closest, just 3.4 kilometres from the city. For more flight options and international connections, Frank Pais International Airport (Holguín) is 69 kilometres away, or Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Airport (Bayamo) at 71.6 kilometres. Both larger airports are reachable by road and may offer better availability depending on your routing.
How many day trips are possible from Las Tunas?
At least eight significant destinations are within reach: the cities of Holguín (72 km), Bayamo (72.8 km), and Camagüey (110.4 km); the coastal towns of Manzanillo (71 km) and Puerto Padre (44.6 km); and the towns of Cacocum, Bartolomé Masó, and Contramaestre. This range allows exploration of urban centres, coastal areas, and rural settlements, making Las Tunas a practical base for regional exploration.

Sources & method

Data compiled 2026-08-14 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.