Cheap Flights to Arecibo (ARE)

Arecibo is a city on the northern coast of Puerto Rico. The city is located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, north of Ciales and Utuado, west of Barceloneta and Florida, and east of Hatillo. San Juan, the capital city of Puerto Rico, is about 80 kilometers from Arecibo. The city is also knowns as El Diamante Del Norte (The Diamond of the North). One of the oldest colonial towns in Puerto Rico, Arecibo is home to a lot of historical attractions, making it an excellent place to visit for history buffs.

Tourist Attractions in Arecibo, Puerto Rico

Catedral de San Felipe Apostol

Cathedral de San Felipe Apostol is a Catholic cathedral and the seat of Diocese of Arecibo. It is the second largest church after the Cathedral of San Juan. The architecture of the church is worth admiring. The church features Neoclassical ornamentation and Renaissance-style windows.

Arecibo Light

Also known as Los Morrillos Lighthouse, Arecibo Light is a historic lighthouse in the city. The lighthouse is located on the top of a rocky headland called Punta Morrillos. Arecibo Light is also home to a small museum putting on display the history of the lighthouse, marine artifacts, and the Spanish-American War.

Arecibo Observatory

Operated by University of Central Florida, Arecibo Observatory is a radio telescope and the sole facility of the National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center (NAIC). This observatory has appeared in many films and television productions. Arecibo Observatory is listed in the American National Register of Historic places.

Best Time to Visit Arecibo, Puerto Rico

Based on this weather conditions, the best times to take flights to Arecibo for general outdoor tourist activities are from mid-April to June. During these months, the city sees clear and rainless days.

Airports in Arecibo

Arecibo flights are operated by Antonio (Nery) Juarbe Pol Airport. It is a public airport located around 5 kilometers southeast of Arecibo. The airport is owned by the Puerto Rico Ports Authority. In the World War II, the airport was used by the United States Army Air Forces Sixth Air Force for antisubmarine patrols.