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Port of La Habana

CUHAV🇨🇺Cuba

Port Location

About Port of La Habana

Also known as: Fondeadero La Tasadera, Fondeadero La Tasajera

La Habana is Cuba's principal port, established in 1515. It handles bulk carriers, tankers, and passenger vessels, with depths up to 11.05 meters.

Background
La Habana es la capital de Cuba, su urbe más grande, el principal puerto, su centro económico-cultural y su principal polo turístico. Es la ciudad más poblada del país con una población de 2 132 183 habitantes en 2020, y la más poblada de la región del Caribe. Como capital de Cuba, la ciudad es la sede oficial de los órganos superiores del Estado y el Gobierno cubano, de todos los organismos centrales y de la mayoría de empresas y asociaciones de ámbito nacional. Además, reúne la mayor cantidad de sucursales y casas matrices de las entidades extranjeras radicadas en Cuba. Debido a una gran emigración hacia otros países y la baja natalidad, la población de La Habana había disminuido a 1 814 207 habitantes en 2023. Es una ciudad-provincia.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11.05m
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

History

Established
1515

Terminals

TERMINAL DE CONTENEDORES DE LA HABANA

TERMINAL DE CONTENEDORES DE LA HABANA (TCH)

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CUHAV
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
CU-03
Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
23.1301°
Longitude
-82.3411°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3739283 →
Wikidata
Q1563 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.lahabana.gob.cu →

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of La Habana?+
The controlling depth at La Habana is 11.05 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of La Habana?+
The approach to La Habana is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the E. Other aids include Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 1 Rear (1 NM E), Castillo Del Morro (1.5 NM NW), Darsena De Barlovento (8.7 NM WSW), Darsena de Barlovento (Marina Hemingway) (8.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of La Habana on?+
The Port of La Habana is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in CU. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of La Habana?+
You can track vessels near La Habana (CUHAV) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CUHAV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of La Habana?+
The Port of La Habana operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of La Habana?+
HAVANA (UN/Locode: CUHAV), Cuba is a seaport located at approximately 23.13009° N, -82.34112° E.
Where is the Port of La Habana located?+
Coordinates: 23.13009° N, -82.34112° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MARIEL — UN/Locode: CUMAR — 23.00075° N, -82.76248° ECABANAS — UN/Locode: CUCAB — 23.00000° N, -82.98000° EMATANZAS — UN/Locode: CUQMA — 23.05533° N, -81.55023° E
What facilities are available at the Port of La Habana?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 11.05 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of La Habana?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of La Habana?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of La Habana?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger and Tanker.